Lip Filler

Both treatments involve injections, but botulinum toxin relaxes muscle movement that results in wrinkles, while dermal fillers plump out the skin, smooth wrinkles and can improve skin condition. Sometimes, these treatments are more effective when combined.

Small doses of Hyaluronic Acid Filler are administered via a few tiny injections directly into Dermis. The treatment time is 45- 60 minutes depending on the amount of filler injected.

Longevity of the HA fillers depends on factors such as:

• The density of the filler
• Injection area
• Patient’s metabolism

All the dermal fillers used at Perfectly Applied are semi-long lasting and made from hyaluronic acid, which breaks down and is absorbed into the skin after around 6 to 18 months.

Hyaluronic acid fillers, can be quickly dissolved using an enzyme known as hyaluronidase. This acts to disperse hyaluronic acid, speeding up the natural breakdown of the dermal filler. The use of hyaluronidase to remove fillers is off-license, so your practitioner will only go ahead if it is “in the best interest of the patient on the basis of available evidence”.

Many people find their procedure at Perfectly Applied more comfortable than expected. You will be pre anesthetised with a topical lidocaine cream and most dermal fillers contain a local anaesthetic. Our practitioners are highly skilled and precise; you should merely feel a light sting on your skin during the injection procedure.

•Avoid touching the treated area or applying with products for 6 hours following treatment. After that light makeup can be applied and the area can be gently washed with soap and water.

•On day 3 please start to gently massage by pressing the lip tissue as shown to you. Place your thumb on the inside of you lip and with your index finger gently press on the outside. Please stop on day 7.

•Please drink plenty of water, 3 litres a day is recommended

•Until the initial swelling and redness has resolved please do not expose the area to intense heat. Eg sunbeds, sunbathing or extreme cold.

•Please do not exercise for 48 hours after your procedure as it can cause migration of filler.

•If you have previous suffered facial herpes, there is a risk that injections could contribute to another eruption.

•If you are using aspirin or any similar medication, please be aware that this may increase the risk of bruising or bleeding at the injection site.

•Any injection causes an inflammatory response – This means two things;

•This is not your final result – It is not uncommon for the treatment area to remain swollen for up to two weeks. During this time the area may look very uneven, feel bumpy, bruised, discolored and may feel sore. Please do not panic, It is normal during this period, patience is key.

•The final result will be apparent approximately 14 days after treatment. If you have any concerns, please book in for a review after this two-week period is up. Any initial discomfort during this period can be eased by application of ice.

•Unfortunately, we cannot predict how many sessions each individual will need to achieve their desired result and therefore cannot be held accountable if several sessions are needed. The results of your treatment durability and end results are influenced by several genetic and lifestyle factors completely out of our control. Aesthetics is an art process – not an exact science.