Lip Filler
Lip fillers are a cosmetic treatment that involves injecting a substance into the lips to enhance their appearance. The most commonly used substance for lip fillers is hyaluronic acid, which is a naturally occurring substance in the body that helps to hydrate and plump the skin. Companies that make hyaluronic acid filler include Juvaderm and Restylane.
How is Lip Filler done?
The procedure involves numbing the area with topical anesthetic and small anesthetic blocks to ensure the lips are numb and the procedure is comfortable. Using either a small needle or cannula the hyaluronic acid filler is injected into the lips precisely to achieve the desired result. The amount of filler used will depend on the desired result and the individual's anatomy.
What is the Recovery?
After the injection, the lips may be slightly swollen and bruised for a few days, but this should subside quickly. Any touch ups or additional filler can be done after 2 weeks when all swelling and bruising has completely subsided.
The results of lip fillers are typically temporary and can last anywhere from six months to a year, depending on the individual and the specific product used.
Lip fillers can enhance the size and shape of the lips, add definition and contour, and smooth out wrinkles and fine lines around the mouth.
Benefits of Lip Filler
Increased lip volume: Lip fillers can help increase the volume of your lips, making them appear fuller and plumper.
Enhanced lip shape: Lip fillers can be used to help reshape the lips and create a more defined and symmetrical look.
Can help shape asymmetries created by trauma or scarring
Reduced appearance of fine lines and wrinkles: As we age, the lips can start to develop fine lines and wrinkles. Lip fillers can help smooth out these lines and create a more youthful appearance.
Boosted confidence: For many people, fuller lips can be a confidence boost and help them feel more attractive and self-assured.
Non-surgical option: Lip fillers are a non-surgical option for enhancing the appearance of the lips. Unlike surgical procedures, there is no downtime, and the results are usually immediate.
