Almost six months ago, I had lip injections, and it was my first time. Everything seemed fine, until I developed what seemed to be a cold sore 7 weeks ago. After it healed, I noticed a hard pea sized lump in the area of my lip where I had the “cold sore”. The lip injector thought the filler might have migrated, and tried to dissolve it, but it didn’t work. It’s only noticeable when smiling, or stretching my lips, however I’d like it to go away. Is this related to the filler (juvederm)?
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It’s important to consult with a qualified medical professional, but generally, hyaluronic acid fillers like Juvederm can be dissolved using an enzyme called hyaluronidase. The effectiveness of dissolution may vary depending on factors like the type of filler used, how long it’s been since the...
Sorry to hear about your bad experience with fillers. Good news is, because dermal fillers are made of hyaluronic acid, they are naturally dissolved by your body over a period of 6 – 18 months. Best wishes
Hi there! I’m Lauren, the aesthetic injector here at Colorado Plastic Surgery Center. It is generally recommended to wait until you have finished breastfeeding before receiving any filler.
