Allergan® facial aesthetics recently released a new addition to their catalog of dermal fillers called Volbella. Volbella was specifically designed to minimize and remove vertical lip lines in the upper and lower lip. These bothersome wrinkles, often referred to as “smokers lines” are one of the most common reasons people visit us for filler and laser therapy. These lip lines are universally troublesome to men and women alike as they represent a “giveaway” sign of aging.
At Ocean Drive Plastic Surgery we find that many of our patients want to remove the lip lines
They don’t necessarily want to change how their lips look. Volbella, a hyaluronic acid based filler, is a soft gel-type filler that markedly reduces or removes perioral lip lines without major alteration to lip anatomy. In other words, Vero Beach Volbella provider Dr. Durkin is able to reduce lip lines without plumping up your lips, or changing your lips significantly.
Volbella can be combined with Juvederm XC Ultra to enhance formal lip augmentation as well. In this situation, Dr. Durkin uses a technique where he layers Volbella superficial to Juvederm, accentuating cupids bows peak and the vermilion border of the upper and lower lip. The vermilion border is where the red lip meets the white lip. Volbella is designed to work at this specific location, and by offering definition to the vermilion border, the natural beauty of the upper and lower lips can be displayed and accentuated. Ms. Penny Forsten, our Med Spa Director, likens it to lip gloss for your lips without the shine.
Does Volbella Hurt?
How long does Volbella last?
Is it Safe?
Is it Reversible? Can it be removed?
Does Volbella change lip function?
Does it get “lumpy”?
Will I look like a duck afterwards?
All patients receive complimentary numbing cream, cryotherapy, and nerve blocks upon request. The procedure itself is not painless, but it lasts mere minutes, and is very well tolerated.
Allergan® states that it has been shown to last as long as 14 months in company-sponsored trials. Our patients report the product lasts approximately 10-12 months and results vary between patients.
Completely. Volbella® is a hyaluronic-acid filler that is FDA approved for aesthetic use in the human face. It has been extensively studied, and is safe for use.
Yes, Volbella® products can be enzymatically reversed with an enzyme called Vitrase® (aka hyaluronidase). Having said that, Dr. Durkin has never had to reverse a Volbella® injection.
No. There is no functional change to your lips following Volbella® injections.
It can, but lumpiness is far less common with Volbella® as compared to Juvederm®, Radiesse®, and Restylane®. Volbella is a softer filler than its counterparts, and it eases and integrates into tissue without forming bumps or lumps.
No. Absolutely not. You may have some temporary swelling in your lips but, you will not have duck lips.
At Ocean Drive Plastic Surgery in Vero Beach, Dr. Alan Durkin and their team of providers deliver incredible results tailored to your needs in a relaxing and uplifting atmosphere. Learn more about the Ocean Drive difference by scheduling your one-on-one diagnostic consultation with Dr. Durkin.
