Most Asked Questions About Natural Lip Fillers in Melbourne
If you’re considering natural lip fillers, you may have many questions about the treatment. The experienced physicians at Essence Healthcare in Melbourne have the skills to help rejuvenate your lips with a healthy, natural glow. In this article, we answer some of the most important questions about lip fillers, with a look at the types of imperfections they can correct, what to expect from the procedure, the duration of results and the pain level, the potential side effects and any complications. Book today.
What Imperfections Can Natural Lip Fillers Correct?
A natural lip filler can help counter the effects of aging by:
- Restoring lip size
- Correcting lip shape
- Smoothing wrinkles
- Increasing lip volume
- Improving self-esteem and confidence
How Safe Are Filler Lip Treatments?
Filler lip treatments are minimally invasive, requiring a small amount of tiny injections that cause a minimum amount of pain. Our lip fillers abide by the strict Australian regulations surrounding cosmetic procedures, and our registered health practitioners are experts in providing these prescription-based treatments.
What Can I Expect During Lip Filler Injections?
This is a step-by-step overview of what you can expect from natural lip fillers.
Consultation Process
Our trained physician will sit down with you to explain the procedure so you understand every part of the process. This involves an assessment of your lip, including understanding the ageing process and what can be enhanced and whether you’re a suitable candidate for the procedure so you can achieve desired results. An individualized treatment plan will then be created to allow for optimal results.
Lip Injection Fillers Procedure
We will clean your skin, apply topical or local anaesthetics. Using a needle or a cannula, without any cutting, the fillers are placed in the desired areas to promote the results.
Lip Filler Aftercare
Allow your lips time to recover after lip injection fillers. Consider:
- Drinking lots of water
- Avoiding makeup or lip products
- Applying ice regularly for itching and swelling
- Avoiding alcohol and smoking
- Keeping your lips hydrated with Aquaphor
- Avoiding massaging, kissing or applying any pressure
- Avoiding foods that are difficult to chew and high in sodium
Duration of Results and Pain Level
The results of lip filler injections can vary depending on the person, but typically they can last between 6-18 months. It depends on the type of lip filler, how much you use and your adherence to lip filler aftercare. There is little to no pain from lip injections, even from the injection sites. We use a numbing cream before the procedure, meaning you’ll feel only pressure from the needle.
What Are the Potential Side Effects and Complications?
While there remains a small possibility of side effects, such as minor swelling and bruising at the site of injection, these cases are rare. Serious side effects, such as allergic reactions and vascular occlusions/necrosis, are extremely rare, especially after an assessment of your suitability for the treatment by our experienced professionals.
Enjoy the rejuvenation of natural lip fillers from Essence Healthcare in Melbourne. Contact us today for a consultation from one of our physicians.