Lip fillers - 5 interesting facts about lip augmentation treatment

The fullness and definition of the lips contribute significantly to the overall aesthetic appearance of the face. In case you want to slightly emphasize the fullness of your lips or enlarge lips that you consider too thin, you can consider how dermal hyaluronic fillers are applied to the lips. Hyaluronic acid is a natural component of our body, and dermal fillers allow us to slightly increase the volume, discreetly correct the shape or just get the effect of fuller lips.

The desired lip size, if necessary, can be achieved over two or three visits to the facility, spaced a few weeks apart, in order to achieve the most natural and beautiful appearance. If you have decided to have lip augmentation, we recommend that you first talk to your chosen specialist, a cosmetic surgeon or dermatologist. Make sure you have chosen the right doctor.

The best dermal fillers for lips

Today on the market we have dermal hyaluronic fillers that are designed for application in the lips.

At the Bagatin Polyclinic, we use Juvederm dermal fillers from the Vycross collection – Volift or Volbella and Belotero Lips Shape and Belotero Lips Contour produced by Merz Aesthetics for lip augmentation, both types of fillers also contain local anesthetic.

How to prepare for treatment?

Once you have made your decision, and especially if you are already at the Polyclinic ready for treatment, you may feel nervous. However, this is normal and happens with every procedure on the body. During preparation for the procedure, we provide a significant reduction in pain during the procedure by applying local anesthesia, usually in the form of a cream applied to the area to be treated. The expected duration of the procedure is 20 to 30 minutes.

Is lip augmentation with fillers painful?

The lip augmentation procedure with dermal fillers is somewhat more painful than treatments on other parts of the face because the lips are full of nerve endings sensitive to every needle prick. Anesthetic cream or other local anesthetics significantly help reduce pain and discomfort during the procedure. Minimal pain and discomfort are common and normal when the anesthetic wears off, but for most people, it subsides within a few hours. Side effects of the application are short-term and most commonly include swelling and bruising in some individuals, as well as a feeling of tightness in the lips.

How long do lip fillers last?

Immediately after the procedure, the effect of the dermal fillers may appear stronger than you wanted. You will see the true result after 7 to 10 days, when the product delivers its real effect — fuller and more sensual lips. Also, after the initial swelling subsides, some people sometimes think that their lips are not as big as they wanted, but more product can always be added as agreed. Dermal fillers in the lips, depending on the type of hyaluronic filler applied, usually last from 6 to 12 months, when the filler application can be repeated. During the consultation, your doctor will explain how many ml of the product may be needed for the desired increase, depending on the natural size of your lips. It is also important to have realistic expectations and be aware that natural results are the most aesthetically acceptable and the best results.

Price of lip fillers

The price of lip augmentation depends on the type of dermal fillers that your specialist will use after discussing it with you, as well as the quantity. You can see the prices of Juvederm and Belotero dermal fillers in the price list of the Bagatin Polyclinic, and for more information, you can contact us by e-mail info@bagatin.hr or by phone at 01/46 10 225.