I'm 3 months after filling my upper lip with hyaluronic acid. I've noticed a bit of small white dots on the skin (strech marks?) and today i noticed that my lip became darker and small spots that look like bruises...I'm a bit scared though i don't feel any different. Is it possible that something's wrong? Or does the acid begin to disappear? Should i see a dermatologist? Thank you!
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So sorry you are having this problem. Hyaluronidase is the enzyme responsible for the metabolic breakdown of hyaluronic acid, whether naturally occurring or injected in the form of a volumizing filler. This means that the deflation that you are now complaining of may very well be from BOTH the l...
Longterm filler problems include migration, edema, and nodularity. Filler migration and permanence is a very common problem because there are many different types of HA fillers on the market and each is specified for a specific part of the face. Use of highly cohesive fillers on thin skin may...
Sorry to hear that you are not satisfied with your results. You may still have some residual swelling that should subside in the next few days. I would recommend waiting at least two weeks before proceeding with any other injectable treatments.
Hyaluronidase is a soluble protein-based enzyme so...