Is it possible to avoid the vermilion border when injecting the lips?

Question

I had a conservative amount of filler injected into my upper lip about a week ago. I wanted to achieve a more plump look and gain more volume, which I have, but I am not too happy with the vermilion border. It’s too stale and rolled up, which gives me a slight duck look in profile. I only wanted to change the size of my upper lip, not the definition. Is it possible to avoid the vermilion border next time and inject the filler in the bottom/center of the upper lip instead of injecting it in or below the border?

Ahad Mahootchi, MD · Answer

You can certainly avoid that area. Without seeing our before and after pictures I can't say whether other issues may arise. However, modifying round 2 based on round 1's results is always the best idea.

Tonya Boudreaux, MD · Answer

Hi jen354,
Yes, you can add volume to your lips without defining the vermillion border. Discuss this with your provider at your next visit.
Best to you,

Is it possible to avoid the vermilion border when injecting the lips?

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