What happens if you drink through a straw after getting Lip Fillers?

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After every appointment my injector tells me not to drink through a straw. I've done some Googling and haven't really found any answer as to why other than discomfort. Could you please explain what happens to lips if someone continues to drink through a straw after filler? Thank you!

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

there is no restriction on anything with your lips for lip fillers. not sure what you have been told but you can use a straw.  start hydration with emeragecosmetics lip essentials.  Best, Dr. Emer.

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

Drinking through a straw occasionally will be fine after a lip filler treatment.  Your injector may be referring to a possibility of the product moving from the pressure of pursing the lips, though the risk of this would be low.  I encourage you to discuss your concerns with your injector.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear okaygal,
every plastic surgeon has his own protocol which he recommends to his patients. I would suggest you to discuss this with your plastic surgeon
Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Nelson Castillo, MD · Answer

Thank you for sharing your question. The concern would be that the pressure placed across the lips when using a straw could shift any recently placed filler. Although risks are small, it is merely a recommendation.

Mats Hagstrom, MD (license on probation) · Answer

I suggest you ask your provider why he or a she pass this restriction.

It’s not some thing I’ve heard before but perhaps they have their reason.

Best,

Mats Hagstrom MD

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