Can other fillers be used on top of Bellafill? (Photo)

Question

I had Bellafill in my lips about two months ago with absolutely no problems. I want to now add Juvéderm or some other product on top of that to get more full. Is this OK to do? Thanks

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

I would avoid any more bellafill into the lips for risk of nodules long term but adding other fillers on top shouldn't make much of a difference if you have a normal stable good result from your first treatment.  Best, Dr. Emer.

Steven Swengel, MD · Answer

The lips and periorbital skin are the two areas I do not treat with Bellafill.  I would not recommend additional product in your lips for at least 6 months as you need to see what happens with the collagen building capacity of Bellafill.  Sadly, it often causes lumps and bumps in areas where there is muscle motion.  In other stable areas on the face it is a wonderful long term collagen builder.

Will Richardson, MD · Answer

This is the one region I simply will not place Bellafill.   It is an extraordinary product that can be used in other areas of the face for a lasting, natural correction.

Steven F. Weiner, MD · Answer

Bellafill in the lips is not recommended. Lumps are very possible and I've heard of infections too. Adding Juvederm will likely increase the rate of complications and is not recommended.

Brian Windle, MD (retired) · Answer

While very few physicians will use Bellafill in the lips, I
have routinely used it here and it excels as a lip filler.  It is soft, pliable and rarely causes any
problems.  If lumps do develop they are
easily treated with an injection of a steroid called Kenalog 10.  You should be aware that the product label
does specifically say that Bellafill is not for lip injection and that use in
this area is very definitely off label.  You
can add any of the other fillers like Juvederm or Restylane if you want to go
bigger but remember, these products will eventually need to be replaced.

I have added a web reference and video for more information
for you.

I hope that helps.

Best regards.

Can other fillers be used on top of Bellafill? (Photo)

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