One of the best things about lip filler treatments is that they are quick procedures with instant results and very little downtime. Lip fillers can immediately add volume and fullness, create definition, restore hydration and instil balance and harmony. This procedure is versatile and your specific treatment will depend on your individual facial features and what you want to achieve. At VIVA Skin Clinics we use advanced techniques to accomplish beautiful, natural looking results. But what should you do after your lip filler treatment?
At VIVA Skin Clinics, your practitioner will always explain aftercare in the treatment room and you will also receive a leaflet to help you take care of your lips once you get home. Our aftercare tips include:
As we mentioned, lip fillers are known for being relatively quick, non-surgical treatments with little downtime. This reputation has however, somewhat trivialised the procedure. It’s so important to remember that these are injectable treatments that can be dangerous when administered by the wrong, inexperienced hands. Dermal fillers should only ever be injected by a medical professional with relevant qualifications, experience and expert anatomical knowledge. If you choose your injector carefully, more serious side effects are extremely unlikely but common reactions include:
Bruising, swelling and some tenderness are completely normal after having a lip filler treatment. The lips are sensitive and these are common side effects that can take a few days to subside. Swelling is usually at its worst the first couple of days after injections and you may feel like your lips are too big. It’s normal to feel like this but trust the process and you will be enjoying your true results in no time. At VIVA Skin Clinics we ask that all patients allow 2 weeks for bruising and swelling to go down. This will allow enough time for everything to settle. In the meantime, there are a few things you can do to speed up the healing process:
Another top tip is to try not to worry! A small amount of swelling is to be expected and will subside in a matter of days. It’s also important to note that every patient is different. Whilst someone you know may have experienced no swelling at all, that doesn’t mean that you won’t. Factors such as lifestyle and how prone you are to bruising will play a part in your reaction.
Everyone has read the horror stories about botched dermal filler treatments. Injectable procedures have the potential to be very dangerous and can cause side effects such as skin necrosis. These cases are very rare and mostly down to a practitioner’s lack of experience and knowledge, the use of low-quality products, poor product placement and overfilling. It’s important to remember that at the moment in the UK there is little to no legislation in place to stop non-medical injectors from practicing. A bill has recently been passed to change this and make treatments safer for patients in the near future which is great news. But what steps can you take to reduce your risk of serious side effects?
No injectable treatment comes risk-free but by taking these key steps you can greatly reduce your chances of encountering a serious side effect.
Lip filler results are temporary and are usually expected to last 6-9 months. At VIVA Skin Clinics we recommend maintenance sessions twice a year to preserve optimum results. You can book your next appointment straight after your treatment!
Lip filler before & afters:
If you are considering having a lip filler treatment, why not book a FREE consultation? Our VIVA Associates, Nurse Eva and Nurse Vikki are our lip filler experts and would love to welcome you to clinic to discuss treatment options.
Want to know more? To get the low down on how to prolong dermal filler results you can read our blog post 9 Ways to Make Dermal Filler Results Last Longer.
