Can migrated radiesse be removed from my upper lip?

Question

I had radiesse placed above my lips (under my nose) for lines. some migrated into my lip and now I have a white lump on my upper lip. is this something that will go away over time, and if so, how long? if not, or if it will take a long time, can a surgeon remove it?

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

Radiesse is a stimulatory filler that is an excellent option for patients who desire a longer-lasting filler alternative to hyaluronic acid dermal fillers. In our office, we use Radiesse to complement structural areas of the face and contour bony prominences. Our office also is a center of excellence for filler complication treatments and we see patients who have been treated by other doctors and have undesirable results from Radiesse or other long-lasting fillers. We have treatment options available for Radiesse filler nodules, granulomas, and soft tissue thickening. The first step would be to diagnose the nodularity and determine whether there is an option for surgical vs. non-surgical removal. Surgical excision is a possibility in some patients; whereas others with more diffuse fillers may benefit from intralesional therapy using scar modulators and enzymes and kenalog. Radiesse complications may be long-lasting and prompt action is key. Patients who have no access to an expert in the field should begin gentle massage of the areas of nodularity with Plato’s Scar Serum twice daily. RF and invasive lasers can actually do more damage by stimulating further collagen growth.

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Dr. Karamanoukian
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Dr. Karamanoukian
Realself100 Surgeon

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

This can be surgically removed. I suggest you see an expert for treatment and evaluation. Best, Dr. Emer.

Monika Soni, MD · Answer

Thank you for
your question. Radiesse is not meant to be injected into superficial lines or
into the lips as it not possible to remove. However, sometimes an injection of
cortisone can help. Radiesse will eventually dissolve on its own, but can take
several months. Please make sure you are seeing an expert injector in the
future. Best of Luck!

Hardik Soni, MD · Answer

Thank you for
your question. Radiesse is not meant to be injected into superficial lines or
into the lips as it not possible to remove. However, sometimes an injection of
cortisone can help. Radiesse will eventually dissolve on its own, but can take
several months. Please make sure you are seeing an expert injector in the
future. Best of Luck!

Keith Denkler, MD · Answer

Superficial Radiesse can take a long time to go away.If it is a small area it can be removed under local anesthesia.

Can migrated radiesse be removed from my upper lip?

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