4 Things to Know About Lip Filler Injections

Lip fillers, treatments that give your lips a fuller and more appealing look, have become quite trendy in recent years. You might want your lips to look fuller, or perhaps you’re keen to fix any unevenness. Maybe you wish your lips were smoother, or perhaps you’re seeking a little lift to give them a more youthful appearance. Whatever your reasons for being interested in lip fillers, the experts at Centre for Surgery are on hand to help. Our skilled professionals, who are proficient in the most up-to-date research and methods, can guide you in achieving the most natural and attractive results.

Here at the Centre for Surgery, our primary choice for lip fillers is a product based on hyaluronic acid. This is a substance that naturally occurs in the human body and its key role is to hold onto water. As we grow older, our skin loses moisture, leading to some parts of the face and lips appearing deflated or looking thinner and more parched. What hyaluronic acid does is to replenish this lost moisture, whilst also pulling more moisture to the surface of your skin. The outcome? Your lips regain their fullness, they become smoother and overall, your lips and face look more youthful.

Now, if you’re a first-timer considering any type of filler treatment, it can be quite nerve-wracking. There’s a great deal of incorrect information out there, which can make understanding what to expect a bit of a challenge. If you’re contemplating getting lip filler, this guide could be a handy starting point to ease your worries and give you a clear picture.

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You don’t need a dental block for lip filler

Many folks feel quite worried about the idea that you need a full dental block – a type of anaesthetic that makes areas of your mouth and face numb – in order to have a comfortable lip filler experience. However, you can put that worry aside. The lip filler products we use at Centre for Surgery are formulated with something called lidocaine. This is a type of local anaesthetic that softly numbs the area where the filler is to be injected. This, coupled with the skilled technique of our injector, assures a comfortable experience for you.

Now, let’s be realistic. Yes, it’s a needle, and no, it’s not as relaxing as a gentle walk in the park. But the sensation is quite similar to the sting of a bee. You certainly don’t need a full dental block. In fact, it tends to create more discomfort rather than easing it. Just think about it: who wants to feel numb all day? It’s rather a downer. So, rest assured that getting lip fillers won’t require such extensive anaesthesia.

1 syringe of lip filler is not as much as you think

At Centre for Surgery, we’re well-known for achieving a natural-looking finish. If your injector recommends using an entire syringe of filler, it’s important to understand that this isn’t actually a large amount of product. The dramatic lip transformations you may have seen online typically involve the use of multiple syringes, with the filler being gradually injected over several months.

You may have come across something called ‘half syringes’ of filler. We want to clarify that this is not a practice we use at our clinic, nor do we recommend seeking this option elsewhere. Filler manufacturers do not sell half syringes – they sell full ones. If a clinic is offering you a half syringe, it means they’re dividing the contents of the syringe into two or perhaps ‘reserving’ part of the original syringe for later use. You won’t find this practice in a reputable plastic surgery clinic. It’s not a recommended method and it could potentially compromise the sterility and safety of the product.

It might surprise you to learn that one syringe of filler equates to just a fifth of a teaspoon! So, be clear about what you’re hoping to achieve and let your injector carry out their work. If they conclude that you don’t need a full syringe of filler in your lips, they might decide to use a small amount in another area.

If you don’t like your lip injections, you can have them dissolved

At Centre for Surgery in London, all the injectables we use are temporary in nature. Interestingly, there’s a key difference between them and anti-wrinkle injections. Once anti-wrinkle injections are applied, you can’t reverse the process (though the effects do fade away over 2-4 months). However, lip fillers can be dissolved using a substance called hyalase.

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So, if for any reason you aren’t pleased with the outcome of your lip injections, you have the option to dissolve them. Having said that, we must point out that this is quite a rare occurrence. More often than not, the issue isn’t that you dislike the result, but rather that the change is subtler than what you had initially hoped for. So remember, if you’re not happy with the effect of your lip injections, you do have the option to reverse it.

You may need several lip injection treatments to get the desired results

Achieving the lip look you’re aiming for might require multiple injection sessions, and this can depend on several factors. These include your personal goals, your unique physical features, and how your body processes the filler. It’s likely that you and your injector will agree on having several sessions to achieve your desired outcome.

Usually, our approach at Centre for Surgery is to start off gently and gradually increase the treatment from there. If too much filler is injected into the lips all at once, it can result in an unnatural look, which is something we always aim to avoid. Typically, we start off with a single syringe before considering additional sessions. It’s important that you trust the plan your injector has laid out for you – after all, they’re experts in their field! They have the experience and knowledge to guide you towards achieving the look you desire in a safe and effective manner.

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