Lip Fillers

Smoking can complicate both the immediate and long-term results of lip augmentation. In the immediate, smoking increases the chances of infection and slows the healing process, which can result in bruising, swelling, and other unpleasant outcomes. In the long term, smoking increases skin laxity, reduces collagen and elastin, and produces deep wrinkles around the lips. These things will quickly and negatively impact lip augmentation outcomes.

You can start to wear lipstick within two to three days after receiving lip fillers. It can take a few days for swelling to subside after lip augmentation. It is a good idea to wait until the swelling has diminished before wearing lipstick. It is also a good idea to be very careful when applying lipstick for the first few weeks. Some bruising and tenderness may be possible during this time. Reducing irritation can assist with these issues.

Alcohol is a blood thinner. When consumed too quickly after lip augmentation, it can increase the risks of bruising, swelling, and infection. It is best to wait for 24 to 48 hours before you have a drink following lip fillers.

You must be 18 years old to receive lip fillers without parental consent.

If you are 18 or older, you can learn if lip fillers are a good solution for your needs through a one-on-one consultation at the Leawood office of Dr. Levi Young. During this visit, we will carefully assess your areas of concern, provide information about all of your treatment options, and help you choose the best services for your goals.

If you are unhappy with the results, we can inject a particular enzyme called Hyalase. Hyalase, also known as hyaluronidase, can break down filler that is lumpy or moved in position. Once the filler dissolves, we can then reinject your lips to ensure we help you reach your aesthetic goals.

Our dermal fillers are made with hyaluronic acid (HA) to enhance the appearance of the lips. Hyaluronic acid, or hyaluronan or hyaluronate, is a naturally occurring substance in the body that helps with water retention and skin flexibility and prevents bones from grinding against each other.

When applied as an ingredient in dermal fillers, hyaluronic acid can lead to a plumped, smooth, and well-hydrated look. Because the body naturally produces HA, it is biocompatible and reduces the risk of an allergic reaction. It also causes fewer side effects like bruising, lumps, and swelling than other types of fillers like collagen. HA also allows your surgeon to easily control the volume needed to give your lips a soft look that doesn’t look overfilled.

Many brands of HA-based lip filler are available, including the following:

•       Juvéderm
•       Juvéderm Volbella and Ultra
•       Restylane
•       Restylane Silk

All of the above products add shape, volume, and structure to your lips, although personal factors like age and anatomy will determine the best one for you.

Several types of fillers can be used for lip augmentation. Some dermal fillers have smaller microspheres, which are metabolized faster than others with larger microspheres. During your consultation, Dr. Young will discuss which fillers will work best and last the longest.

Lip fillers offer many benefits, some of which include:

• Restoring lost lip volume.
• Enhancing the Cupid’s bow.
• Minimizing the appearance of vertical lip lines.
• Being a painless, minimally invasive procedure that can be performed in less than 60 minutes. 
• Long-lasting results. 
• Boosts confidence levels.

Patients who have or have had recent bacterial, viral, or fungal infections of the lip area should not have lip injections. Patients who have underlying bleeding disorders or allergies to lidocaine or collagen also need to avoid lip fillers.