LIP ENHANCEMENT

Short Summary

Lip fillers are a non-surgical solution to add volume, definition and support to the lips. A natural sugar-based hyaluronic acid gel is injected into the lip area to boost hydration and elasticity. Lip fillers provide immediate visible improvements to the lips by filling in lip lines and wrinkles and improving the appearance of dry or deflated lips.

Key Information

Price: From £350

Areas: Lips

Time: 30 minutes

Recovery: Days

Frequency: Every 6-9 months

Pain: Mild (with numbing)

Additional information

  • Lip filler will give fuller lips with increased definition. The exact aims differ with age but include:

    • Enhance shape and structure

    • Restore volume

    • Smooth vertical lines

    • Improve symmetry

  • We use Hyaluronic Acid [“HA”] based dermal fillers for all lip filler procedures. HA is found in the skin of all animals, it acts both as a structural molecule and as a humectant, meaning it binds water molecules to keep our skin hydrated.

    HA dermal fillers are cross-linked into cohesive gels, so they hold their shape when injected into areas where we aim to replace lost volume. Strategic injection into areas of volume loss, naturally restores the contours of the lips in a subtle and gentle way.

    The body naturally breaks down HA and fillers are absorbed safely no lasting effects after 12-18 months.

    HA fillers are also fully reversible using Hyalase® – a naturally occurring enzyme.

  • All patients benefit from a comprehensive skincare regimen, tailored for their skin type and their history of sun and pollutant exposure. Dr Sultan can devise a bespoke regimen for your skin based on his skin expertise.

    Lip fillers can also be combined with Botox® either to address deep lines, increase the apparent size of the lip (lip-flip) to treat a “gummy-smile”. Laser treatments are very effective for long lasting management of fine or deep wrinkles around the lips (and indeed the rest of the face) but can involve more downtime. Morpheus8 treatment can be used to tighten the skin around the mouth and the rest of the face using micro-needling and radio frequency for long last results. A surgical lip lift may be suitable for patients with an elongated upper lift, to increase lip show and restore a youthful appearance.

Frequently Asked Questions

    • What is the post treatment advice?

      • Avoid touching or massaging the treated areas to prevent migration of the product

      • For the first 24 hours, keep face dry and clean, wash with lukewarm water, allow to air dry and apply a simple lip moisturiser

      • Do not apply makeup around the injected areas for 12 hours

      • Avoid sunlight for 24 hours post procedure

      • As part of your skin health regimen, from 24 hours post procedure avoid direct sunlight on the treated area, using a hat where possible, and with broad spectrum physical SPF 50 and 5 star UVA protection such as the Forlle’d Hyalogy UV protector or ZO Sheer Fluid Broad Spectrum Sunscreen.

    • Lip filler is generally considered low risk, however almost invariably results in swelling and bruising as the lip area has a number of blood vessels.

      Rare complications include:

      • Asymmetry

      • Allergy

      • Infection

      • Vessel occlusion

      • Retinal artery occlusion

      • Granuloma formation

  • Prior to arrival

    A week before treatment stop all use of irritant topical products (Acids, Retinol, Vitamin C or scrubs)

    If you are taking blood thinners, including NSAIDs such as Asprin or Ibuprofen, you should discuss with your doctor whether it is possible to discontinue their use throughout the course of your treatment.

    On arrival

    Dr Sultan will undertake an initial consultation to understand any of your concerns and to review your medical history, after which the treatment area will be photographed. He will advise you of your facial dynamics and the results that Botox® would likely achieve.

    Once a treatment plan is agreed, he will administer the Botox®, after which there will be a number of small red bumps at the injection sites. These bumps usually settle down within hours and within 24 hours, should not be visible.

    Results

    The effects of the treatment commence within 3-5 days and it is normal for it to take between 10-12 days for the full effect of the treatment to become visible.

    We will arrange for a follow up video consultation 12-14 days following the treatment and, if required, we may suggest a complimentary top-up at this point.

    Within 3-4 months of the treatment, we would expect the effects to be wearing off and recommend booking a return visit.

  • The treatment is unsuitable for:

    • Patients who are pregnant

    • Patients who are breastfeeding