Can lip fillers be dissolved after a week of getting them done? (photo)

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I got my lips injected with 1ml fillers, and its been 3 days and I definetely regret doing it and hate the uneven and fake results. The upper lip looks really bad with a pump in the middle. Can I dissolve the filler in the same week of getting them injected? Or how long should i wait? And if the material is injected to dissolve them how many days will it take to be free of fillers. Thanks

Jonathan Kulbersh, MD · Answer

I would wait a full 2 weeks before judging the results. If it is after the two week wait, you can have the filler reversed with hyaluronidase.
I hope this helps!

Amiya Prasad, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. It’s been 3 days since you had lip filler done, and you are unhappy with the outcome..
I can certainly help guide you, based on just the photo you submitted, and without the benefit of a physical exam. I’m Dr. Amiya Prasad. I’m a Board Certified Cosmetic Surgeon and Fellowship Trained Oculoplastic Surgeon. I’ve been in practice in Manhattan and Long Island for over 20 years. Lip enhancement using filler is a very common procedure I perform in my practice, and I also often perform dissolution of lip filler performed in other practices before redoing the procedure. I usually take a conservative approach to lip filler application.
In my practice, I usually wait about 2 weeks for fillers to settle. If you feel that the appearance is unacceptable, you can have hyaluronic acid filler dissolved. The filler is dissolved with the enzyme hyaluronidase. Dissolution starts immediately, but it’s more noticeable the next day as the fluid is absorbed. Dissolution may require a second session to remove any remaining filler.
I hope you found this information helpful. Thank you for your question.

Lisa Gardner, DO · Answer

Yes, I would get them dissolved and then go to an experienced injector. The placement of your filler isn't right and the sides of your upper lip have been missed completely.

Joseph A. Eviatar, MD, FACS · Answer

Unfortunately, it is too soon. Lip fillers can take a few weeks to settle before any adjustment can be done to it. It is recommended to go to see your injector to understand your treatment options.

Vibha Gambhir, MD · Answer

Hi. I agree with others. Typically there is a significant amount of swelling post procedure. I would recommend you wait 10-14 days for everything to settle and if at that time you are still unhappy then you should follow up with your provider for Hylenex injections. Best of luck with everything!

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