So, how did we get to such a “bigger is better” mindset?
Read on for a crash course on penis filler, including results, risks, and costs.
Meet the experts:
What is penis filler?
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However, not all hyaluronic acid fillers are created equal.
“Volux is going to stay where it is and give the penis more structure,” he says.
Speaking of structure, penises don’t stay in one position… “For lack of a better term, patients say it gives them a package,” he adds.
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“Legally, someonecaninject Bellafill into a penis for off-label use, but do I think it’s smart?
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What are the benefits of penis filler?
The girth effects can last anywhere from two to five years, depending on the filler you choose.
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“I would rather have something there that could potentially be reversed if there was ever an issue.”
What does a penis filler procedure involve?
Dr. Rowe notes that a special cannula is then used to inject the dermal filler under the skin.
If you’d like a visual, bothDr.
Rowehave videos of themselves performing the procedure (Warning: They’re pretty NSFW).
Does penis filler hurt?
This is probably the biggest question on your mind and the answer is: duh.
However, Dr. Goldberg notes that the painafterthe procedure shouldn’t be overlooked.
“Typically, they get very black and blue.
you’re free to imagine what it feels like,” he warns.
Dr. Rowe does have a few tips for minimizing the pain and bruising, though.
To minimize pain, he suggests patients use an arnica-infused topical to reduce swelling and redness.
Are there any risks, side effects, or downsides to penis filler?
But even so, there are risks you should know about.
Another issue Dr. Goldberg has seen with penis injectables are unnatural shapes.
If you put fillers in lips, the skin holds structure better and looks natural.
It’s very hard to do that on the penis because the skin is so thin.
“You [can] end up getting some asymmetry.”
These complications were treated and no severe outcomes were seen.”
(you’re free to check a provider’s certification at certificationmatters.org.)
How much does it cost to get penis filler?
A word of caution to your pockets: Penis filler is not cheap.
But keep in mind that this is definitely not the punch in of procedure you want to penny-pinch on.
