Is it possible to get lip fillers if I've got a lump from lip filler 3 years ago?

Thank you for your question and I appreciate your concern. Yes, it is certainly possible to have more filler even if you still have a lump from a previous treatment. I encourage you to schedule a consultation with a very experienced, board-certified injector for further evaluation. If the lump is residual filler, the filler can be dissolved using injections of an enzyme. This should probably be done before you have more filler placed. A qualified injector will have the expertise to know how to tailor your next treatment to ensure the best possible results for you.

Sometimes it is a good idea to dissolve the lump first then have the filler on a separate date. It is always wise to have a consultation first and be sure to have an advanced injector that is used to handling different situations. Lumps sometimes happen in lips if the product follows a lymphatic channel or pockets in area too close to surface, so it just depends on what your situation is.

Yes, you can have lip fillers even if there is a lump present. I encourage you to discuss your previous experience with your injector. He/She will help you select the correct filler for your lips.

Dear Sensible846126,
it is hard to tell for sure without an examination. You will probably be able to get fillers. If you are considering a treatment, I would suggest you to consult a board-certified plastic surgeon. Only after a thorough examination you will get more information and recommendations.
Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Thanks for your question. I am surprised you still might have product left in the lip if it was done 3 years ago. Most hyaluronic acid fillers don't last that long and are nice and soft and natural looking. I would see what the filler was, and plan on trying a very soft lip filler like Volbella, Belotero, or RHA2. Hopefully your injector has records of what was placed, and will use topical numbing cream and ice. Good luck!

Just because you developed a lump a few years ago, it does not mean the same thing will happen again. Development of lumps depends on 3 factors: 1. Type of filler used. There is a higher likelihood of developing lumps with thicker fillers. For this reason we try to use softer filers for lips. 2. Injector experience. This applies to all cosmetic procedures but it is even more important with lip injections. 3. Type of needle used. Bigger needles tend to release more fillers at a time, therefore increasing the chance of lump formation. For this reason I use micro-droplet technique using insulin syringes.
Hope you have a better experience next time.

Hello and thank you for your question. Yes it is still possible to have lip filler despite a previous lump but it may make that lump more obvious. I hope that answers your question and please always seek a qualified and experienced medical professional for treatment, best wishes