Why is filler coming out of this spot on my lip? (Photos)

Question

I have a blackhead looking raised spot on my lip (photos) when I squeeze it small amounts of filler are coming out. Is this normal?

Amir Nakhdjevani, MBBS, MRCS, FRCS(Plast) · Answer

Thank you for your pictures and question.  Please do return to your injector.  You may have or be developing an infection, they may want to put your on a course of antibiotics as a precaution.  All The Best

Michael Kulick, MD, DDS · Answer

Hello, this does not look like an infection. You should go back to the one that provided you this material.
Dr K

Sach Mohan, MBBS · Answer

Hello Emb, 
I would book in to be reviewed in person by your injector, they should be able to manage this for you. My concern is that the area is quite red and your lips do look swollen in this photo. Try not to touch the area as it may lead to an infection. 
Wishing you all the best

Aldo Guerra, MD · Answer

Hi Emb.I'm sorry about your filler coming out. Please get evaluated by your injector right away. The redness around the site is a concern.Good luck! Dr. ALDO

Peter N. Butler, MD, FACS · Answer

Hi, thank you for your question. You need to follow up with your injector to be treated professionally. I recommend not manipulating the area any more to prevent an infection.

Patrick Flaharty, MD FAACS · Answer

Fillers layer and intersperse between the natural tissue planes within your lips. Hyaluronic acid fillers are gel like and can be expressed through small holes or needle marks in the lip. The filler will settle in and become more stable over time. It is best to not squeeze the lip after you have fillers as you can squeeze out some of the filler as you observed. No major problem. You just lose some of the volume.

Parit A. Patel, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question and photos.  Based on your photos, it appears you may have a localized infection at an injection site.  You will want to keep this area clean and not manipulate the area.  Sometimes antibiotics are indicated.  I recommend contacting your board certified plastic surgeon who performed the procedure to address your concerns.  Good luck and I hope this helps.

Vilma Di Maria, MBBS · Answer

thankyou for your question. I have never heard of filler coming out of the skin. However get your injector to have a look at you and deal with the situation.Good luck

Ryan Welter, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question.  It is not common for a dermal filler to be coming out through the skin surface on the lip (or anywhere else on the face).  My advice is to return to your injector for an evaluation.  Best not to squeeze the area.  Good luck.

Why is filler coming out of this spot on my lip? (Photos)

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