How long is the recovery period after a v-y plasty for the upper lip?

Hi @muna321! If a Hyaluronic Acid Dermal Filler was used, you can dissolve the product with Hyaluronidase. Best of luck to you, Dr. Nima!

Thank you for your question. It is common to have some swelling and bruising after fillers for lip augmentation which can take up to 2 weeks to resolve. You can apply cold compresses to the treated area(s) to help reduce swelling and bruising. It is also advisable to avoid any NSAID’s such as i...

Thank you for your question. This is unusual after 3 months and may indicate an infection. This would need to be treated with steroids and antibiotics. Also, it may be necessary to dissolve your filler with hyaluronidase. I recommend having an evaluation right away for proper treatment. You do...

Great question.Augmenting your lips with dermal filler would make them appear fuller and likely help change the proportion of your face.  Your nose shape wouldn't change but fuller lips could help balance your features.  It is a relatively quick procedure with much less risk and...

By mouth protrusions I think you mean the folds on the sides of the mouth in the nasolabial fold region which happens as the cheeks start to shrink down, and as a result aren't pulling up the cheeks anymore.Voluma is labeled as a 2 year filler.  It is a pretty easy process to have done. ...

There is no known medical interaction between antidepressant medications and the substances used in injectable fillers. A note on depression: with any cosmetic procedure, if you do not set realistic expectations for yourself, you are setting yourself up for disappointment and possible worsening...