How often and how much lip filler?

Question

My injector told me I should get a lip filler touch up every 8 months, (I was coming every 4-5 months) and every 8 months she has been using only about 1/4 syringe, maybe less, and they have gotten so much smaller over the last two years. She uses juviderm ultra.

Sara Salas, MD · Answer

Some patients may metabolize hyaluronic acid faster than others, and they might need to reapply fillers faster. If you feel like your lips are thinner, let your injector know and you could definitively work that out.

Laurie A. Casas, MD, FACS · Answer

The frequency can vary significantly depending on personal preferences, desired results, and individual circumstances. The duration of lip filler varies depending on the type of filler used, individual metabolism, desired level of augmentation, and personal aesthetic preferences. It is essential to consult with a experienced medical professional to discuss best approach and frequency of treatments based on your specific goals and circumstances.

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

You can touch up lip filler whenever you feel it is needed.  Typically fillers will last up to six months in the lips, but that varies by patient, amount, and type of filler used.  If you are not getting the volume/results you are wanting I encourage you to discuss this with your injector.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

Most doctors will start with one-syringe to avoid overfilling. These fillers, (Volbella, Restylane, Juvederm) are good to create a symmetrical and full lip. PDO NovaThreads can also be used to improve shape and also provide lift. Fat or implants are a permanent alternative. I recommend getting a formal evaluation with a facial sculpting expert. Best, Dr. Emer

Eric M. Joseph, MD · Answer

In our experience, Microdroplet Silikon-1000 lip injections are a safe and practical alternative to getting repetitive lip injections with dissolving filler. The other advantages of Silikon-1000 is that it is never associated with necrosis, blindness, biofilm, or stroke. Hope this is helpful! Sincerely, Dr Joseph

Randal Haworth, MD, FACS · Answer

It really depends; sometimes the filler migrates or/and is not metabolized and can persist for years. Each case is individual and a consultation is often necessary before proceeding.

Best of luck !

Mats Hagstrom, MD (license on probation) · Answer

To maintain an augmented appearance, most patients get fillers done every six months. The interval between treatments depends upon each individual patients needs, the amount of product used in which product is being used.
If you want more aggressive approach, and I suggest you talk to your provider about increasing the frequency, or the amount of filler used.
A quarter syringe every eight months sounds pretty conservative.
The more typical program would be 1 mL every six months. 
Best,
Mats Hagstrom, MD

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