Why won't the edge of my lip take to the filler?

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Hi. I have had 3 treatments of Juvederm in my lips, primarily the top lip. The results have been pretty underwhelming, but I think this is because my upper lip is long. However my question is: why is the filler not taking to the outer side of my top right lip? In the photos you can see the right side is flat, whilst the left side is filled. The docs have tried to add more filler to this side only but nothing works. It won't take. Note: the mark on my bottom right lip is an old scar, not relevant.

Francis Johns, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question.It is important to remember that lips are not symmetric from side to side, so it can be difficult to get them to look that way with filler. It can be the tissue is too tight and there are bands on that side that will prevent it from plumping the way you want it to. You could always get a second opinion in person to see if they think it is possible to try a different type of filler in that area. Good luck.

Karthik Ram, MRCS, DNB · Answer

Hi , Thanks for sharing the pictures. Filling the scarred area is a difficult task most of the time in filler or fat injections. Best way to deal with problem is realising the scar adhesion well by extended subcision or surgical release and fill that area . Even after doing the release , sometime it resist the fill . Your doctor should have attempted these things. Still if you want to correct it , Surgical correction might be a option. Meet a board certified plastic surgeon in your area and get the help .

Kouros Azar, MD · Answer

It is impossible to say from just a photo. It could be due to your anatomy -- you might have some old scar tissue on that side which is preventing the skin from stretching to accommodate the filler or it could be due to technique. If it's the latter, seeing another really experienced injector is the best solution.

Jeanine B. Downie, MD · Answer

Hi there,I believe that the right upper side of your lip may be not expanding as much as the left side of your lip. This happens sometimes, you may have some scar tissue there from an old accident?? The other situation might be that your injector is not as experienced as you need. I strongly recommend you see a board certified dermatologist or a plastic surgeon the next time you need filler. Good luck,Dr. Downie

Leonard Grossman, MD · Answer

It could be that the tissues of your lip are very tight on the right side and that is the reason why the filler gets displaced to the surrounding tissue. You must see someone who is very experienced with fillers to see if they can make a difference. Sometimes it's just a matter of trial and error. Good luck from New York City

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