3 years after Volbella injections, migration lumps still present. Can this be spot dissolved? What are my options?

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I've had Volbella for my lips the past five years -- the last treatment was in 2019. I've noticed my bottom lip is still very full and a white-ish hue on two sides -- looks like lumps but is more just a white clump? Not sure. What should I do? Noticed it last year but thought I could wait it out. But it persists. Can I have it spot-dissolved?

Brandon Richland, MD · Answer

Hello, and thank you for your question. Filler can take years to dissolve or semi-disappear, especially if product is being placed on top of product. You could see if a provider could spot dissolve this area, but even if spot treated, the dissolving agent could still spread elsewhere to unintended areas and dissolve additional filler. I would recommend seeing a provider in-person who could discuss dissolving and see if this is a good option for you!

Nima Shemirani, MD · Answer

Hi @SallyAnne. Thank you for your question. I recommend dissolving the filler with Hyaluronidase.

Best of luck,

Dr. Nima

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