I had 1ml of Juvederm to even out lips & increase the size. A week later, and the filler has almost gone. What can I do? (Photo)

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I went back to see my doctor and he also agreed. He added a further 2ml. I went back to see him again and he was amazed as to how much of the filler had gone in such a short period of time. He advised that the only other possible solution was perminant. I then decided to get another opinion by seeing another doctor who inserted 0.5 ml at the top of my lip. But because it was such a small amount, I haven't seen much of a difference.Is there any product out there which has got a thicker tolerance?

John J. Martin, Jr., MD · Answer

Need to see a before picture to really judge here.  It would be very unusual for all the filler to go away.  with the 2cc of filler you look very overcorrected.  At 2 weeks you look great - this is how you want the lips to look after injection.  I would not be adding anymore at this point!

James R. Gordon, MD, FACS, FAAO · Answer

Thank you for discussing your interesting problem. Your lips look great at the point. It would be very helpful to see before photos. If Juvederm products do not work well for your lip augmentation, you could try Restylane products. Although both materials are similar, they may react differently for you.Good luck,

Bhupesh Vasisht, MD · Answer

Cannot tell based on the series of photos that you have shown. In the end how many cc did you get? By my count almost 3 cc? that is a lot for the lip.  In the last photo, your lip actually looks fine to me.  again without a pre treatment photos cannot compare.  I think you look fine. Enjoy your lips.  Dr Vasisht

Michele S. Green, MD · Answer

Juvederm is a great filler for the lips and generally lasts about one year.  I am confused as to why it would disappear so quickly with you.  I would recommend returning to your treating physician for evaluation and perhaps you need additional filler.  Best, Dr. Green

Brian Arslanian, MD · Answer

Hey ThereThanks for the question.  Juvederm ultra or ultra plus can be used for the lips, and which one depends on what you are trying to do.  The enhancements should be done with ultra, if you are looking for longer lasting volume to the lips then Ultra Plus might be a better option for the lip volume itself.  I think your lips look great at 4 weeks.  Your lips look swollen and too ducky in the immediate and 4 day after pictures.  I would advise on not putting any more fillers in your lips or you will look unnatural.  Good luck"The above answer has been given without seeing this
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I had 1ml of Juvederm to even out lips & increase the size. A week later, and the filler has almost gone. What can I do? (Photo)

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