Fat transfer to lips after Juvederm? Also after the fat transfer, is it ok if I get a Juvederm injection once in awhile ?

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i got juvederm lip injections but I want to schedule a surgery where they inject fat into your lips from your stomach is this ok to mix the juvederm and your fat or no? Thanks.

Richard G. Reish, MD, FACS · Answer

Hello and thank you for your question.  The
best advice you can receive is from an in-person consultation.    The most important aspect is to find a surgeon you are
comfortable with. I recommend that you seek consultation with a qualified
board-certified plastic surgeon who can evaluate you in person.
Best wishes and good luck.
Richard G. Reish, M.D.
Harvard-trained plastic surgeon

Robert M. Tornambe, MD · Answer

Interesting question, but you may not need Juvederm after fat transfer to your lips because studies show that 35-70% of fat transferred to the face lasts forever. After fat transfer, evaluate how happy you are with the size of your lips, and if you wish to go bigger, it is OK to be treated with Juvederm. If you like the further increase in size achieved with Juvederm, then you may have more fat transferred for a longer lasting result, or continue with Juvederm as needed. Check out the link below about fat grafting to the face and lips, as it may be helpful. Be sure to consult with a board certified plastic surgeon. Good luck!

Chester K. Cheng, MD · Answer

Thank you for the question. It is very common for patients to try filler injections before going through with fat transfer. HA fillers typically last 5-7 months. Fat transfer can be very appealing to some patients because it involves injecting your own healthy fat cells into the desired areas to recapture that youthful appearance in one procedure, instead of coming in every couple months to get fillers. Although there is a degree of fat that can be metabolized, fat transfer lasts much longer and is more permanent than any filler injection procedure. If you do desire more fullness after getting fat transfer, it is common and safe to get touch ups with fillers.

Steven Wallach, MD · Answer

Yes, it is ok to mix the two.  You might want to wait until the juvederm resorbs completely so that you can get the maximum amount of fat in your lips that you want.

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