Lip enhancement

Topical anaesthetic cream will be applied to the area 15 minutes before the treatment to make the area numb.

The filler Is then injected into the lips. After the treatment the area is massaged. You will be able to see the results of the treatment straight away.

After treatment, you should avoid touching the area and applying any makeup to the treatment due to the risk of infection. You will be given specific post-treatment instructions.

After treatment there may be common injection related side-effects such as swelling, redness, itching, pain, tenderness, lumpiness or mild bruising. This will settle down within 2-14 days.

One of the risks with lip filler treatment is the ‘overdone’ look when too much filler is injected into the lips. Over plump lips can result in a ‘duck face’ appearance.

To avoid swelling and bruising –

• Avoid aspirin and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medication from one week before and up to 3 days after treatment.
• Avoid Vitamin E from 3 days before treatment.
• Avoid strenuous exercise up to 3 days after the treatment.
• Take arnica tablets from one week before and 3 days after treatment.

The results are immediate and last 9 to 12 months.