Is this superficial filler/filler cyst in my lip?! 4 wks post Restylane Lyft injection. (photos)

Question

I recently (4 weeks ago) had 1 syringe of Restalyne Lyft injected into my lips via cannula method. I now have this lump on my top lip. It's firm, painless and not changing. At my follow up, my provider aspirated thinking it was a mucocele, however, nothing came out. She recommended massage or injecting more filler to camouflage it. I declined the second option. Does this need popped or drained?!

Elham Jafari, MD · Answer

Hi and thank you for your question! Having lumps following lip injection is quite common and while most are related to swelling and go away within 2 weeks, lumps persisting beyond that (for 4 weeks like your cases) are more likely to be filler itself and they can be best treated with injection of hyaluronidase. It's a fairly simple treatment and when done skillfully, you should see great results quickly. I hope it helps and good luck!

Jonathan Kulbersh, MD · Answer

It looks like a small amount of filler, which can be dissolved with hyaluronidase. I recommend following up with your injector. Hope this helps.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

This needs an in-person evaluation, but this could be superficially placed filler. If you're unhappy with your final results, you can have it reversed with hyaluronidase and try a different technique next time. See an expert. Best, Dr. Emer

Kathleen L. Behr, MD · Answer

Your bump is a small amount of filler. This can easily be corrected with a small injection of hyaluronidase to dissolve the Restylane Lyft. Sometimes the filler can also be extracted. It should be an easy fix. Best of luck!

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