How can I restore pigment in my lip lost through fillers? (photos)

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I am 33 and have been having fillers in my lips (juviderm) for the past 5 years. The loss of pigment on my upper left side of my lip occurred a few years back. The person who administered the fillers at the time said my pigment would eventually come back but it hasn't. Are there any creams or laser treatments or anything that can restore my pigment?

Hratch Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

Permanent tattoo will restore loss of pigment in the lip.Doubtful that the product caused this problemBest

Stephanie Olivier, MD, FRCSC · Answer

Hi
Thanks for your question. I will be surprise that the filler caused the hypo pigmentation, Did you ever had a scar or cold sores because with scarring that can do that ? because fillers they dont cause a hypopimentation, But to answer your question permanent tattoo can be a solution. I dont know any cream that can augment the pigment. Good luck

Marek Kacki, MD · Answer

The lip color is mostly related to the vascula network and anything that decreases its density will make it less red. Juvederm, being a transparent gel, holds in addition certain volume of water "diluting" the redness. My suggestion, for many reasons, is to wait until the volume of this filler decreases significantly then try using much less of your favorite filler. It may restore the color and re-establish aesthetic proportions of your lips.
Certainly you could add the color by having a skillful tattoo but it will not bring what matters the most - a natural look.

Sara A. Kaltreider, MD (retired) · Answer

The loss of pigment in your lip may or may not be related to the filler injections. If you have had other treatments or injuries over the years - IPL, CO2 laser, bumps or bruises, cold sores - this might be scar tissue collagen related to those events. In my experience, I have not seen loss of pigment related to HA fillers. You might consider micropigmentation to restore the lip line definition. Best wishes.

How can I restore pigment in my lip lost through fillers? (photos)

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