I had biopolymer injected in my upper lip 12 years ago. It was a really small amount. Now I have some lumps (you can see it on the photo) and my doctor suggested using corticosteroids for those lumps. I wanna know: Can corticosteroids make a bigger problem? What is the worst thing that can happen if I use Kenalog injection for these lumps? They are soft, they don’t hurt, they only look bad.
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April 2, 2020
Answer: Do not let a well meaning doc inject your lips with kenalog.
This is my expertise and a huge portion of my practice. Asymmetry is normal and expected. Buccal fat pad gives slimming not symmetry. Masseter botox will make you slimmer and make the jawline more loose. Fillers help give shaping and contouring. If you want perfect or close to perfect symmetry...
Hi there,It does appear that maybe botox or dysport may be an option for you. Have consultation with a certified injector to see if that can work for you. Best of luck....
Hi there. You appear to possibly have a more prominent median tubercle, which is actually a desired feature. It could be balanced with adding slight volume to the areas of the lateral tubercles and lower lip areas. Seek an in person consultation with someone you...