Lip Dermal Filler

What are Lip DERMAL Filler?

Lip fillers are the perfect way to add extra volume and plumpness to lips which may be lacking in shape or elasticity.

Lip fillers deliver almost immediate results (within 48 hours) by enhancing the lips’ natural shape and plumpness by using a medically developed solution, which is injected into the lips.

Lips are an important part of facial beauty. For many people, fuller and more sensuous lips come high on their wish list. These can be created using material naturally found in the body. A simple, safe, temporary dermal filler treatment can add volume and definition which can enhance small, thin lips. The procedure can also balance out asymmetric lips or reduce the appearance of those fine, vertical lines.

Which part of the lip can be enhanced?

  • Vermilion border or lip outline – for creating definition, width and improve lipstick bleeding lines
  • Lip augmentation targeting the fleshy part of the upper and lower lip – for volume, pout and fullness
  • Cupids bow definition – adds definition and contouring
  • Oral commissures or lines going down from the sides of the mouth – for a younger and happy look
  • Marionette lines (sad lines from corner of lips downward) – also known as puppet lines

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What does the procedure involve?

Prior the treatment : Topical anaesthetic will be applied for 15-30 minutes prior the treatment to make the area numb

The procedure : Dermal filler is injected at precise locations into your skin. The doctor will then massage to smooth the product. During the procedure, you are fully awake. You will be given a mirror to hold to enable you to see the results as the doctor completes the treatment.

Post treatment :  You should avoid touching or applying make up on the treated area for 6 hours in order to prevent infection. Specific post treatment instructions will be given to you on the day of your treatment by our Clinic Coordinator

The results are immediate and last from 6-12 months. As the results are relatively temporary, adjustments can be made as your face changes over time and you will always retain a natural look

Results

Will I see the results immediately?

After the injection, the lips often become a little swollen. This means that the result immediately after the treatment may not be the final result. The swelling typically resolves spontaneously within a couple of days. To achieve the result you want, it is recommended to have a touch-up treatment 2 to 4 weeks after the initial session. This will also add to the duration of the treatment effect

How long will the results last?

The result generally last between 6 to 12 months. The longevity of these products is variable and each individual may obtain a different result. A plan for regular follow-up treatments to maintain the initial result can be created for you. Our treatment provides a long-lasting but not permanent result leaving you the option of refining your treatment in tune with changing taste and fashion.

Is the procedure painful?

We understand the lips are a sensitive area. A range of anesthesias, such as an ice pack, numbing cream and dental nerve block can be provided depend upon your preference. In addition, we use the products which contain anaesthetic, therefore the treatment is relatively comfortable. Our doctors are all highly experienced in this procedure and will ensure to make your treatment as comfortable as possible.

What is a dermal filler?

Dermal fillers are materials that are frequently used to correct scarring, wrinkles, and other depressions in the skin. They are often a kind of soft tissue designed in such a way that enables injection into the skin for purposes of improving the appearance. Generally, they are made of several types of materials of synthetic, man-made and natural categories. They have been developed into various standards depending on the level of usage

Which type of dermal filler is used to for lip enhancement?

The most common dermal filler used for the lip area is Hyaluronic acid (such as Restylane and Juvederm)

Hyaluronic acid is one of nature’s most versatile and fascinating substances. It is found throughout the body as well as in most other living organisms. It has many functions, for example, giving the skin elasticity, providing our skin with volume and also giving it a youthful appearance. Restylane and Juvederm are sterile gels consisting of non-animal, cross-linked, hyaluronic acid (HA) and are created in a laboratory. They contain no human or animal DNA and have the best safety profile of all the fillers currently on the market as it is the only type of filler that is reversible. These products are FDA approved for use in the nasolabial fold and are used “off-label” in other areas

Who should NOT use Dermal filler?

Do not use if you are pregnant or breast feeding

What are the possible medical side effects of a dermal filler like Juvederm or Restylane?

If you’ve previously had cold sores around the mouth (facial herpes simplex) , the treatment might provoke an outbreak. Be sure you have a supply of the oral tablets (prescription) Valtrex, Famvir or acyclovir.
Do not use if you are pregnant or nursing because these products have not been tested for safety in pregnancy or nursing.

What are the possible cosmetic side effects?

You may have swelling for 24-72 hours, especially with injections in the lips. It is recomended to avoid planning social events for 48 hours

After the treatment(s) some common injection-related reactions might occur, such as swelling, redness, pain, itching, discoloration and tenderness at the injection site. These typically resolve spontaneously within 2 to 10 days

Mild bruising or a slight blush might appear at the injection site immediately following treatment and may last for 2-10 days

How can I avoid bruising?

To avoid swelling and bruising, you should:

  • Not take aspirin, exedrin, ibuprofen, aleve or advil for 1 week before and 2 days after treatment. Tylenol is always fine
  • Not take Vitamin E (multivitamin ok) or St. John’s Wort for 2-3 days before or after
  • Avoid exercise except for walking for 24 hours after the procedure
  • Take arnica tablets up to 2 weeks prior to the treatment

Cost

Aesthetic Practitioner / Maggie Senior Practitioner:
0.5ml – £120 / £140
1.0ml – £190 / £210
1.5ml – £270 / £290
2ml – £340 / £360
3ml – £510 / £530
4ml – £620 / £640