Why is my upper lip curling inwards in one corner after Juvederm Ultra and even a lip flip? (Photo)

Question

I got lip injections and a lip flip for the 3rd time. This time is different I used a Juvederm Ultra instead of Vollure which was used previously. 1st time was 2 weeks ago, I went back 1 week ago due to seeing the issue a few days after injecting. She added more filler and to the lip flip. It is the 2nd week today from initial appt. It is either the same result or even potentially more noticeable. Especially when I smile, it's crooked!

Nelson Castillo, MD · Answer

Thank you for sharing your question.  It is difficult to comment without your before images but it appears as if your left upper lip is not elevating with your attempts at smiling.  The Botox that was injected may have affected not the muscle running around the mouth but rather the one responsible for lifting your lip.  If this is the case the only option would be to allow the Botox to wear off or botox the other side to achieve a more symmetrical smile.  Hope this helps.

Monika Soni, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. It is difficult to comment without your before images but it appears as if your left upper lip is not elevating with your attempts at smiling.  The Botox that was injected may have affected not the muscle running around the mouth but rather the one responsible for lifting your lip.  If this is the case the only option would be to allow the Botox to wear off or botox the other side to achieve a more symmetrical smile. Best of luck!

Susan Longar, MD · Answer

Hi jackie_mariah, I am sorry you are not happy with your lip injections.  It would be helpful to see your before pics smiling.  At rest, your lip shape is very pretty.  If your lip was uneven before your first injections, it may be very hard to perfect symmetry with fillers.

Leonard Grossman, MD · Answer

It's not the filler that creates the shape but the hands of the surgeon performing the procedure. The shape of the lips that you're referring to was present in your lips prior to the treatment and frequently cannot be changed. Good luck from New York City

Kristine Brecht, MD (license suspended) · Answer

It would be nice to see the before photos.The relaxed after look great. But you do have a crooked smile, perhaps a nerve was temporarily stunned, or this was part of your baseline.More information is needed.Discuss it with your injector.Best. Dr Brecht Seattle, Wa

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