Many people desire plump lips and a cute pouty look. Well, plump lips are also trendy these days, and if you don’t have them naturally, you can always augment your lips with fillers. Unlike a lipstick that you can wipe off, getting lip injections is a real medical procedure. It has long-term advantages but may present some risks. It would help if you prepared yourself physically and psychologically. Here are some things you need to be aware of before making your appointment.

 

The Qualification of the Practitioner

It is critical that you go for a medically qualified practitioner, regardless of your procedure’s simplicity. The plastic surgeon will be injecting a foreign solution into your body. So, he or she should at least know how to do it right.

 

Double-check the practitioner’s qualifications, length of practice, and the reviews patients leave behind. Also, find out the type of fillers the doctor uses and see examples of work he has done on previous patients. Check the before and after shots. If you like the outcome, only then can you consider having your lips filled there.

 

Don’t be tempted by low prices on the black market and in salons. Opt to have your lips done by a professional. Botched procedures could have you paying dearly to correct the mistakes done.
 

The Safety of Lip Fillers

You must be sure that the type of filler used is safe. Hyaluronic acid is FDA-approved and safe, but only in the hands of a plastic surgeon. There are other types of fillers, but research about them before committing to the procedure.

 

Will It Hurt?

The answer to this question is relative because pain tolerance differs from one person to another. However, many people describe their experience as uncomfortable rather than painful.

 

The surgeon must numb your lips because they are very sensitive. Some use numbing creams, while others use a dental block that numbs the entire mouth. Ask the surgeon about the numbing technique he or she uses to know what to expect.

 

But, be warned that the numbing does not fade immediately after the procedure. Your lips may still feel sore and swollen a few days after the procedure.

 

How Long Will Lip Fillers Last?

If your doctor uses the Hyaluronic acid fillers, expect them to last 6-10 months. The actual length depends on the time your body takes to metabolize the fillers. For some, it lasts six months, and for others, longer.

 

What to Avoid Before the Procedure

The plastic surgeon will brief you on this before your scheduled procedure, but it wouldn’t hurt to have the information.

 

About a week to the D-day, avoid medication like ibuprofen, aspirin, vitamins, and fish oil supplements. They are natural blood thinners and may make you bruise unnecessarily. Avoid alcohol, too, because it has a similar effect. If you must take a pain reliever, opt for paracetamol.

 

Possible Side Effects

Undoubtedly, due to your lips’ sensitivity, they will feel swollen for the first 2-3 days following the treatment. Also, since the surgeon injects the filler using a needle, expect bruising and redness. As your lips heal, the pin-prick marks may be visible.

 

You may also have an allergic reaction to the fillers, although it rarely happens. If you are allergic to anything, let the practitioner know during the consultation.

 

To learn more about lip fillers, or to schedule a consultation call Weston Center for Plastic Surgery at (954) 507-4540 today.