Lip Fillers Injectables Treatment
What are Lip Fillers?
Lip fillers are made from Hyaluronic acid (HA) which are naturally occurring in our body.
Lip enhancement or lip augmentation is a cosmetic procedure targeted at enhancing the lips. This treatment can add volume to the lips, fix asymmetries, decrease lip lines, define the border of the lip or cupids bow or hydrate the lips.
There is a variety of lip fillers on the market. This ranges from thin, soft , structural and thick fillers. The product used during the treatment will depend on the patient’s lips, aesthetic goals, and medical history.
Over time our facial features change due to the ageing process. A common concern that people notice is there is a decreased volume in the lips as facial characteristics loose their youthful appearance. Over the years, we have discovered through regular interactions with hundreds of customers that they are particularly worried about their lip’s appearance. As you age, the lips volume decreases and hence, you end up with skinnier lips. This is where lip injections and lip augmentation come into the picture.
Benefits Of Lip Injections
It’s commonly known as Lip fillers; it’s a cosmetic procedure in which injectables are used to make your lips plumper and fuller. Nowadays, the entire treatment takes only a few minutes, thanks to the tremendous advancement in the cosmetic field. Nurse Kerziah and her team have years of experience in injecting dermal fillers for lip augmentation. So, you can expect the best results when you walk out of our clinic, located at Norwest.
Enhance Lip Volume
Lip filler injections are administered directly into the lips to improve the volume. So, you will get an enhanced and plumper lips appearance.
Define The Lip Line
Lip filler is strategically placed within the lips to help diminish the lines above and below your lips and define the lip boarder. This can help prevent lip stick from bleeding and can help give your lips a beautiful plump appearance.
Looks Pretty Natural
Lip injections can be done in a very subtle way to yield a natural look. The type of lip fillers used as well as the technique used can keep your lips looking fresh and as natural as possible. The goal you wish to have should be discussed prior to treatment and it’s always best to book in a consult at our Norwest clinic.
Gradual Progression
We can adjust the concentration of each lip filler injection to gradually plump your lips. It’s also important to note that this may need to be done over several sessions to achieve the look that you want. Lip filler injections are carefully attended to avoid the “over done” or “duck lips” that people worry about.
A more youthful appearance
Lip Injections can be used to decrease those “smokers’ lines that occur over time. Lip fillers can also help decrease the lip lines within the lip body. Thus creating a more youthful plump appearance.
What to expect during the lip filler treatment
When you visit us at Next Aesthetics, you will experience the difference from the get-go. Safety is our number one priority while performing the lip augmentation treatment. Before the procedure is commenced you will be given a full facial assessment to make sure you are suitable for the lip injections. Here is how Nurse Kerziah carries out every dermal lip filler procedure.
First, we assess your face and discuss your aesthetic goals. So, we can use the right lip injection techniques and the correct lip fillers for your cosmetic treatment. We pay careful attention to asymmetries and surrounding visible markers on the lips.
Next, we cleanse the lip injection site and apply a topical numbing agent to the lips. This will ensure the lip filler injections are comfortable for you.
Once the lips are numbed appropriately and cleaned once again. The lip filler is strategically injected based on the anatomy and aesthetic goal.
Once the procedure is complete you will be given post care instructions and a follow up appointment will be booked in for 2 - 4 weeks to be seen at our clinic.
We take utmost care and follow every safety protocol properly while performing a lip augmentation procedure in our Norwest clinic.
How much do lip fillers cost?
The cost of lip fillers depends on the amount that the practitioner advises based on the anatomy of the patient and the patient’s aesthetic goal. Lip fillers can cost from $299 - $600. It’s always best to book in a consultation with the Registered Nurse.
How long do lip fillers last?
Strictly speaking thin lip fillers can last anywhere between 6- 9 months and thick lip fillers can last 9-13 months. Keeping in mind that the Obicularis oris (lip muscle) is constantly moving and this can effect the longevity of the lip filler.
Patients who smoke, drink alcohol, exercise often and have more sun exposure can potentially cause the filler to break down much quicker.
What do I need to do after treatment?
Congratulations on your fresh plump lips. Here are a few important things to note.
Slight swelling, slight tenderness and slight bruising is normal. Paracetamol can be taken but not Nurofen (Ibuprofen). Large amounts of swelling, tenderness and bruising is NOT normal. Lack of blood flow, or a white/ dark rash tracking up the face is NOT normal. Please re present early if you have any of the above signs. Always call your practitioner if you have any concerns.
Ice wrapped in a tea towel can be placed on the lips for 10 minutes after the procedure to help with swelling. Your lips may be bigger the next day so don’t be too alarmed the swelling will subside.
Arnica tablets and topical Hirudoid cream can be used to minimise bruising. Keep in mind that the lips and the face are highly vascular so there is a risk of bruising.
No drinking alcohol, smoking or exercising for 24-48 hours post treatment.
No make up or lip stick on the lips for 12 hours.
Do not Massage your lips unless instructed to do so. Please call your practitioner for instructions.