How much lip filler will I need to get the results I want?

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I got one ML of lip filler and another 0.5 ML two weeks later. my lips are still not as big as i would like them to be. My lips were not that small to begin with. How much will i need until i get the results i want?

John Diaz, MD · Answer

The amount of filler needed depends on the final desired outcome you want as well as your starting point. This is difficult to decipher without seeing photos. However, it is important to note that slow and steady building is best. Placing filler too quickly back-to-back can render complications such as filler migration.

Nima Shemirani, MD · Answer

Hi @Intellectual887537. I personally would not inject more than 1 syringe in the lips per session to avoid filler migration. If you are still wanting more, I recommend waiting a month before going back for additional lip filler.

Best of luck,

Dr. Nima

Best of luck,

Dr. Nima

Anil R. Shah, MD · Answer

Hello Intellectual887537! My name is Jessica, I am a physician assistant, and one of the providers at Shah Facial Plastics. I am sorry to hear that you're unhappy with your results! Generally, I do not administer more than 1 mL of lip filler per treatment for all my patients. It is important to gradually build the lips and add volume in order to achieve the best aesthetic outcome. If you are still unhappy with your results, do not worry, you are able to fill them in gradually and build the shape you want. I hope this helps!

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

Most doctors will start with one-syringe to avoid overfilling. These fillers, (Volbella, Restylane, Juvederm) are good to create a symmetrical and full lip. PDO NovaThreads can also be used to improve shape and also provide lift. Fat or implants are a permanent alternative. I recommend getting a formal evaluation with a facial sculpting expert. Best, Dr. Emer

Nadja Haub, MD · Answer

Hi there,
The final size of your lips after lip filler can vary based on a few factors. 
First, it depends on the quantity of filler injected; more filler typically means a larger augmentation. Additionally, different types of lip fillers have varying effects and consistencies, which can influence the final size ( a thicker and more lifting filler will create bigger and more contoured lips compared to a thinner filler). Lastly, the natural thickness of your lips before the procedure also plays a role&mdash;the thinner the lips to start with, the more lip filler you may require. 
It is best not to have more than 1 ml of lip filler in one treatment session. This is because the lip tissues need more time to adjust to the lip filler. It is best to wait four weeks after your first treatment until you get more lip filler so that the filler can settle properly into the lip tissue. 
It is also important to know that more lip filler has a higher risk of slipping into other lip areas. Many practitioners prefer to only inject 1 ml of lip filler up to a maximum of 2 ml. Personally, I have never injected more than 2 ml into any lip, and I usually do this over several treatment sessions. 
There is no clear guideline on how many ml of lip filler people require to achieve the lip size they want, but we know that thin and aging lips require more lip filler than bigger lips. Most people do not require more than 1 ml.

Anna Avaliani, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question.It would have been very helpful to have a photo provided.
Everyone's lips are very different and some people are happy with just 0.5 ml and others may need 6 ml- but over time.I always ask my new patents to show mw what they would like to achieve, then we discuss, safety and design a treatment plan to get there. Fuller lips always need more to see any difference and depending on how full, I even suggested injecting 1.5 to 2.0 ml in one visit. It all varies from patient to patient. Hope this helps you a bit.Have a beautiful day, Dr.Anna Avaliani, NYC

Sara Salas, MD · Answer

Different products can achieve different results. Your injectors technique has a lot to do with the result too. Speak to your injector, and ask if its safe to apply more filler.

How much lip filler will I need to get the results I want?

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