LIP ENHANCEMENT
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Lip Enhancement, also known as 'Lip Fillers' and 'Lip Augmentation' is a cosmetic procedure that can give you fuller, plumper lips and to define their shape.
Volume loss of the lips occurs with ageing, and replacing this lost volume can result in more youthful-looking lips.
Lips can be augmented through the injection of dermal fillers where the shape, size and symmetry of lips can be enhanced.
Volume loss of the lips occurs with ageing, and replacing this lost volume can result in more youthful-looking lips.
Lips can be augmented through the injection of dermal fillers where the shape, size and symmetry of lips can be enhanced.
When can I expect to see results?
You will see the results of your treatment almost immediately. However, it is very important to understand that your lips will be swollen and you may have potential bruising that can last up to 7 days. It is recommended not to have lip filler done if you have an important event within the first few days after treatment.
How long does lip filler last?
After the initial treatment, depending on the individual and the product used, follow-up sessions are normally recommended every 6 to 12 months to maintain the volume and the shape of your lips.
Potential side effects:
Side effects of hyaluronic acid fillers are temporary and should only last a few days. They may include:
More serious side effects or risks may include:
Call your practitioner immediately if you experience extreme swelling or develop a fever.
You will see the results of your treatment almost immediately. However, it is very important to understand that your lips will be swollen and you may have potential bruising that can last up to 7 days. It is recommended not to have lip filler done if you have an important event within the first few days after treatment.
How long does lip filler last?
After the initial treatment, depending on the individual and the product used, follow-up sessions are normally recommended every 6 to 12 months to maintain the volume and the shape of your lips.
Potential side effects:
Side effects of hyaluronic acid fillers are temporary and should only last a few days. They may include:
- Bleeding from the injection sites
- Swelling and bruising
- Redness and tenderness at the site of the injection
- Reactivation of cold sores (herpes simplex) of the lips or area surrounding the lips
More serious side effects or risks may include:
- Severe and prolonged swelling or bruising lasting more then 7-10 days
- Lumps and irregularities in the lips
- Infection
- Injection into a blood vessel, causing tissue loss
- Ulceration, scarring or stiffening of the lip
- Although rare, hypersensitivity and inflammatory reactions can occur with HA-based fillers
Call your practitioner immediately if you experience extreme swelling or develop a fever.
Taking care after treatment:
To reduce swelling post treatment, it is recommended to:
To reduce swelling post treatment, it is recommended to:
- Apply a cool compress to lips intermittently on the day of treatment - Do not apply ice directly on the skin!
- Sleep with your head slightly elevated
- Avoid strenuous exercise for 24 hrs
- Do not expose area to intense heat (i.e. solarium's, sauna, excessive sun exposure)
- Avoid alcohol for 24 hours
- Do not massage the treated area unless instructed by your practitioner
- There is a small chance that treatment may induce an outbreak of facial cold sores in patients with a previous history
