Am I a good candidate for lip fillers? Looking to shorten philtrum distance as well as add volume to top lip. (Photos)

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Hello. I am currently in the market for hyaluronic lip fillers for primarily my top lip. I do not like how it looks between my nose and too lip and I am looking for some subtle added fullness. Is it possible to get a Cupid's bow type look through just fillers? I am not looking for big, sexy lips - just a subtle change from my normal lips! I am not interested in a lip lift due to scarring and invasiveness.

Jeffrey H. Spiegel, MD · Answer

you are actually looking for a lip lift.  The scarring is actually quite well hidden when done correctly.

Onir Spiegel, DDS, PhD · Answer

Lip fillers can only go so far!  You pointed out very impressively about the cupid's bow and the distance between the lip and the nose.   That's hard to change with fillers.  If the distance between your upper lip and the nose is short you are in luck.  We can place fillers and give you beautiful results as per my video below.  The key is a short distance in the cupid's area.  And that can only be shortened surgically.  Do your research well.   There's only one or two surgeons in the country that do this well and can get you great results.   Good luck.

Ray Bayati, MD · Answer

Hello
ABSOLUTELY. you are a good candidate for lip filler injections. I would anticipate the results are going to be great.
After injecting the lips, and volumize those, that would make the philtrum look shorter. During the injection it should be evaluated.
Choose a experienced physician with an artistic approach. 
(HA Fillers such as Restylane, Belotero or Juvederm would do fine

Alain Michon, MD · Answer

Thank you for your pictures and question. It does look like you are a good candidate for dermal fillers. Hyaluronic acid fillers are great at volumizing and redefining the lips, including the cupids bow. The distance from your nose to your upper lip will appear shorter by adding volume to your lips with dermal fillers. I recommend seeing an expert in your area for a proper consultation and treatment plan. All the best, Dr.Michon

Darab Hormozi, MD · Answer

Fillers in lip, if placed correctly can achieve the result that you are looking for.  Just make sure that a board certified Dr is doing the injection and the goal is not to a heave a blown up lip but a perfectly shaped and balanced lip.

Am I a good candidate for lip fillers? Looking to shorten philtrum distance as well as add volume to top lip. (Photos)

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Am I a good candidate for lip fillers? Looking to shorten philtrum distance as well as add volume to top lip. (Photos)

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Answer: Lip filler to add volume and to shorten distance between nose and upper lip

Answer: Lip filler to add volume and to shorten distance between nose and upper lip

Answer: Filler in lip

Answer: Filler in lip

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