Hyaluronic acid lip filler: contour, volume and hydration

How it works

Over time, the lips lose volume and hydration, the contour becomes less defined and fine lines appear around the mouth. Hyaluronic acid applied to the lips restores this volume, defines the contour and attracts water to the tissues, which improves hydration.

Soft, flexible gels are used for the lips, which follow the movements of the mouth. The plan takes into account the proportion between the upper and lower lip, the shape of the Cupid's bow and the harmony with the rest of the face.

Indications

• LipsThin lips, volume loss, poorly defined contour or asymmetry.
• Wrinkles and expression linesFine lines around the mouth (smoker's lines).
• Volume loss and foldsDownturned mouth corners and marionette lines.

Treated areas

What a session is like

The doctor assesses the lips at rest and when smiling and defines the treatment goal with the patient. After cleaning and applying a numbing cream, the gel is applied with a fine needle or cannula, in small amounts, shaping the lips throughout the application.

Recovery

The lips are swollen and tender in the first few days, and small bruises may appear. Swelling is more noticeable in the first two to three days and decreases over the first week.

Sessions and results

The result is visible right after the application and becomes defined once the swelling goes down. The number of sessions and the interval between them depend on the dermatologist's individual evaluation and on each patient's clinical concern. The effect lasts, on average, six to 12 months and varies from person to person.

Contraindications

Lip filler is not recommended during pregnancy and breastfeeding, with cold sores or other active infections on the lips, or for people allergic to the product's components. Previous permanent fillers in the lips require evaluation.

At the evaluation, the dermatologist reviews your health history, current medications and previous procedures to confirm the indication.