LIP AUGMENTATION

Uses of Hyaluronic Acid Fillers

Hyaluronic acid fillers can improve the appearance of your lips by adding:

• Shape.
• Structure.
• Volume.

The effects typically last around six months. After that more injections are needed to keep the volume of your lips.

Once injected the gel in the filler supports and shapes the tissues of the lips.

Benefits of Hyaluronic Acid Fillers

The benefits of using hyaluronic acid fillers include:

• Control over lip volume. The amount of substance injected can be controlled, so the doctor has better control over how much lip volume is created.
• Gradual pace of treatment. The injections can be given gradually during different appointments until the desired results are achieved.
• Bumps dissolve easily. Any lumps and bumps created by the movement of the lips can be dissolved easily.
• Less bruising. There may be less bruising and swelling compared to other dermal fillers.
• Reasonably lasting results. The results are reasonably long-lasting, but not permanent.
• Allergic reaction unlikely. Because hyaluronic acid fillers are made from substances similar to those found in the body, they are unlikely to cause an allergic reaction. But if you are allergic to lidocaine, tell your doctor before being treated.

What to Expect During the Procedure

• Injectable lip augmentation techniques can be performed quickly in our doctor’s office with little to no downtime.
• Before the injections, a topical numbing agent may be applied to ease discomfort.
• After carefully marking the areas to be injected, very fine needles are used to inject the substance into your lips.
• Following injection, ice may be given to ease discomfort and control swelling. But no firm pressure should be put on the treatment area.
• Lipstick or other lip products are best avoided immediately after the procedure.
• You should be able to notice a difference immediately. After you have healed, your lips should feel natural.