What to do about bumps 2 months after Restylane lip injections? (Photo)

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I had restylane injected in both lips about 2 months ago. There are several box like bumps on the inside of the top lip which are not noticeable unless I evert my lip. The bumps on the bottom lip are visible all the time. I have had juvederm and restylane before without bumps. Bumps seem to have become more prominent over the past month. Is this due to poor injection technique? Bad reaction? Do I need hyaluronidase? Should I never get injections in lips or anywhere else again?

Nima Shemirani, MD · Answer

Hi @mam27! I'm sorry you are dealing with this complication. I recommend dissolving the filler with Hyaluronidase. Best of luck, Dr. Nima!

Monika Soni, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. It is difficult to give you advice without examining you in person. If you had an HA filler such as Restylane injected it can be dissolved with an enzyme known as hyaluronidase. I recommend having a follow up with your injector to determine the best treatment plan for you. Best of Luck!

Jill C. Fichtel, MD · Answer

It's difficult to say exactly what is causing these bumps on your lips.  An in-person evaluation is necessary to determine what's going on here.  You need to contact the physician that did your injections so this can be evaluated.  If this is due to "lumps" of Restylane, then hyaluronidase treatment will be helpful.

Paul Carniol, MD · Answer

Looking at your photograph it is not clear why you have those "lip bumps."
In any event can give you some general answers.  If you had Restylane injected it can be dissolved with injection of hyaluronidase.  Depending on the particular hyaluronidase it may be best to have a skin test before using it to dissolve the filler.
Suggest starting by contacting the physician who injected your lip and arranging a follow up evaluation.  At that time you can show the physician your problem and discus the treatment alternatives.

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