Lip Filler

You can read more about Dermal Fillers here

The amount used depends on the size of your natural lips and your desired outcome.

1ml is typically the amount used per session.

For those with very small lips, it may take a few sessions to get to your desired result and in some cases, it may not be possible to achieve full lips due to your anatomy. Your Nurse will be able to guide you around what results you can expect. 

To maintain your enhanced lips, we suggest booking a lip filler appointment every 12 months or so.

Fillers typically last anywhere between 8-18 months. This depends on the strength of the product used, the quality of your skin, the amount of product administered along with other factors such as lifestyle and the patient’s metabolic rate.

For some areas, Dermal Filler can be used in conjunction with anti-wrinkle Botox® injections, to not only achieve a better result but to also make the filler last longer.

No, definitely not. We get asked this question often and the best way to explain it, is that when we have a treatment, we quickly get accustomed to our new refreshed look then when it wears off, it simply goes to back to what it was. This can sometimes make us think we look worse but it’s actually just that the treatment is no longer working.

We pride ourselves on achieving natural results. Your face is our reputation! Most Lift Aesthetics clients are referred to us via word of mouth which we’re very grateful for. Our aim with facial aesthetics is to help you look and feel better. Our objective is to achieve this without it being obvious that a treatment has been performed. The best result is one that has people telling you how well you look, not wondering if you’ve had something done.

It really depends on the area being treated and of course pain levels differ from person to person. Some clients will feel more discomfort than others however there are certain tools and techniques we can use to help minimise this as much as possible. These include local or topical anaesthetic (numbing cream), vibration and cooling the area.

Most clients tolerate the treatment well and some areas such as cheeks often don’t require any anaesthetic however lips are a more sensitive area so we like you to numb first where possible. You can purchase EMLA numbing cream (5g tube) from the pharmacy or ask your nurse for some before your appointment. 

Many dermal fillers also contain local anaesthetic, which makes the treatment even more comfortable.

Some numbness may be felt for a couple of hours afterwards. Redness, swelling and/or bruising may be noticeable. While everything possible is done to avoid this, we always recommend that dermal filler be planned with respect to any upcoming engagements. We generally expect bruising and swelling to happen, if it doesn’t, great! but definitely be prepared incase.

Please do not book your filler treatment less than 2-3 weeks before a big event. Even if you have had treatment before and haven’t bruised, that is not a guarantee that you won’t bruise this time.

2 weeks prior to your appointment, avoid all blood thinners and anti-inflammatory medication as long as this is ok with your GP – please check if you’re unsure.

Medications and supplements such as Aspirin, Vitamin C, Vitamin E, Green Tea, St. John’s Wort, Omega 3/Fish Oils, Ibuprofen and Voltaren have blood thinning effects and can increase the risk of bruising and swelling after injections.

Do not consume alcohol at least 24 hours prior to treatment (alcohol may thin the blood and increase the risk of bruising)

Do not have treatment if you have been unwell, had any dental visits, vaccines, minor surgery or any other procedures within the last 4 weeks leading up to your appointment. You should avoid where possible the above for 4 weeks after your treatment also. This is because if there is an inflammatory process happening in the body, it may increase the risk of complications. This is very rare but it’s worth following to be extra safe.

Taking bromelain (from a health food shop or by eating fresh pineapple) before and after your treatment may help to reduce swelling and inflammation.

For the rest of the day following your treatment it is recommended that:

• Treated areas should not be touched.
  Make-up should not be applied for 12-24 hours. You can purchase a medical foundation from the clinic if you wish to have a foundation that you can use straight away and is suitable for covering bruises.
• Avoid anything that can make bruising more likely (such as alcohol, anti-inflammatory meds, exercise, and extreme heat).
• For 2 weeks afterwards avoid very hot or cold temperatures such as hot yoga, spas, saunas or direct sunlight. Ice can be used to help reduce swelling and bruising but do not keep it in the same spot for very long. Arnica can be applied or taken orally. Hirudoid cream applied to bruised areas may also help.
• Do not have filler within 2 weeks of an overseas holiday. Complications are very rare but if it were to happen then you need to be around so we can help you.

If you have any further questions regarding Dermal Filler, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.