It’s no secret: full, voluminous lips are an extremely popular beauty trend that won’t be going anywhere any time soon. If you’re looking to add some plumpness to your pout, lip fillers in Birmingham may be the option for you. If you’re curious about lip fillers and wanting to know more, this post answers several frequently asked questions about this popular beauty treatment.
What exactly is lip filler?
Lip fillers are injections that add fullness, or volume, to your natural lips. These injections are a type of dermal filler. Dermal fillers are injections that add volume to areas with diminishing collagen.
Lip fillers typically consist of hyaluronic acid. Our bodies naturally produce hyaluronic acid, a substance that adds volume and smoothness to skin, joints, and tissues. With age, however, our bodies produce less hyaluronic acid, resulting in skin dryness and lost volume.
Is lip filler synthetic or natural?
Lip fillers typically consist of synthetic hyaluronic acid that is biocompatible. This means this type of HA is made from materials that are well tolerated by the human body. This helps reduce the risk of allergic reactions and other side effects. As always, talk with your doctor or plastic surgeon first before you receive any cosmetic procedures.
Who can benefit from lip filler?
Lip filler can benefit you if you have:
- naturally thin lips
- lopsided lips (asymmetrical lips, or one lip is smaller than the other)
- aging lips (loss of volume and shape)
Who should avoid getting lip filler?
Avoid lip filler if you are:
- pregnant
- nursing
- have allergies to hyaluronic acid or any type of dermal fillers
- have an active infection
- take blood thinners
- have an autoimmune disorder
Where do I go for lip filler?
You should always seek a highly experienced medical professional for any cosmetic treatment, including lip fillers. Do your research and look for certified professionals. Be sure to view patient results and to read patient testimonials.
Avoid anyone who advertises “free” or “cheap” lip filler. Just as with Botox injections, scams exist around lip fillers, with individuals claiming they are certified or qualified to administer dermal fillers and other cosmetic injectables. If something sounds too good to be true, it probably is. Seek lip filler from medical professionals who perform their treatments in highly hygienic and sterilized clinical settings.
Are lip fillers permanent?
No, lip fillers are not permanent. Results fade over several months, depending on the type of filler you receive.
Be aware that some places advertise permanent lip filler, which technically does not exist. “Permanent lip filler” refers to lip implants or silicone implants. These options are rarely performed due to the likelihood of complications (such as infection and allergic reactions).
Do lip filler injections hurt?
Lip fillers typically do not hurt like a traditional shot. Instead, most patients report pinching, pressure, and a dull ache on their lips during and after the treatment. You may also experience a stretching sensation and/ or a slight warmth in your lips during injections. To reduce discomfort, your doctor or surgeon will apply a topical anesthetic to your lips before administering any injections.
How will my lips feel after the treatment?
Most patients report mild bruising, discolouration, pressure, and fullness in their lips in the days after receiving lip injections. You may also notice areas of firmness within your lips. All these symptoms are normal.
How long does lip filler last?
How long lip filler lasts depends on the type of lip filler you receive. Synthetic hyaluronic acid injections usually last around 6 to 12 months. Collagen injections last about 3 to 6 months. Note that how fast your body metabolises dermal fillers will determine how long your lip filler results last.
What are the signs of lip filler gone wrong?
Sharp pain, numbness, and extreme swelling indicate lip filler gone wrong. In extreme cases, necrosis, or tissue death, can occur. Lip fillers that have gone wrong can happen due to improper injection techniques, too much filler used, and/ or lack of sterilisation.
How do I maintain my lip filler results?
Follow your doctor’s aftercare instructions. These steps usually include avoiding strenuous exercise, rubbing or touching your lips, and wearing lip gloss or lipstick 24 to 48 hours after receiving lip injections. Your doctor will discuss all aftercare instructions with you in detail.
This article was written by Leah Campbell for Third Loft Marketing.
