How soon after getting filler placed is it safe to become pregnant?

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Juvederm lip filler safety while trying to get pregnant. I have been receiving juvederm lip filler for several years- recently started trying to conceive. I understand that I can not get injections while pregnant- but how soon after getting filler placed is it safe to become pregnant? I have been told there is no wait time needed but since it is absorbed / metabolized over time can that be harmful to a pregnancy? Does it go through the blood stream?

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear taral12,
dermal fillers are not a contraindication for surgery. You should be able to work on pregnancy immediately after fillers.
Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

Due to a lack of studies, there is no firm answer to your question.  It is suggested that if you are actively trying to conceive, meaning you could potentially be pregnant, that you do not have filler treatment.  If you are not currently pregnant, you can proceed with lip fillers.  There is no known "safe" or "unsafe" time frame.

Douglas Taranow, DO, FACOS · Answer

I know of no I’ll effects from lip fillers and pregnancy. Through an overwhelming degree of caution, plastic surgeons avoid almost all cosmetic procedures (and injections) on any pregnant patients. 
Good luck with your plans. 
Dr. Taranow

Reuel Aspacio, MD, FAAD - Account Suspended · Answer

Hi there,

There should be no issue having lip fillers and trying to become pregnant. 
The reason that no filler is done while pregnant is there are no studies done on pregnant women. 
Hope that helps...

How soon after getting filler placed is it safe to become pregnant?

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