Lip Enhancement Using Fillers

Am I a candidate for lip filler?

If you are concerned by the size of your lips and wish to boost volume, minimise lip lines, define the lip border and enhance your lip shape, then you’re likely a good candidate for lip filler. Both men and women can benefit from lip injections, although you will need to be at least 18 years old.

What brands of lip filler do you use?

Advertising guidelines in Australia prohibit us from stating which dermal lip filler brands we use. Since it is classified as prescription medicine, only a doctor can prescribe dermal fillers. Given this, you must have a consultation at our clinic to determine whether lip injections are suitable for you. At Cosmos Clinic, we use high-quality dermal lip fillers from a range of well-trusted brands. If you’d like to learn more, we can talk freely about your options during a consultation.

Can I have other treatments with lip filler?

Yes, many patients choose to combine their lip fillers with dermal fillers to other parts of the face, such as the cheeks, jawline, or tear troughs. Some also opt for anti-wrinkle injectors for a full facial rejuvenation. As an anti-ageing strategy, lip and dermal fillers add volume and shape to the face, while anti-wrinkle injections minimise fine lines and wrinkles. You can learn more about whether other injectables are suitable for you during your consultation.

Do lip fillers have any side effects?

Most patients tolerate lip fillers very well, even after years of repeated treatments. However, just like any other medical procedure, there are some temporary side effects to be aware of, including swelling, redness, and bruising. These normally resolve within a few hours or days.

Some patients may develop some rarer complications, such as infection or lumps. The good news is that lip filler can be instantly dissolved with a special enzyme in cases where patients need to reverse the filler to address these complications.

In some extremely rare cases, lip filler can be injected into the blood vessels instead of beneath the skin. This can block blood supply and lead to skin death and, in severe cases, blindness. This is why you should always see a highly experienced cosmetic injector who knows how to avoid these complications.

How long do lip fillers last?

Keep in mind that lip injections are not permanent and will eventually be absorbed by the body. How fast this happens will depend on factors such as the type of filler used and your skin type, lifestyle, and age. Generally, you can expect lip filler to last for around six months, although some patients metabolise the product quicker or slower than this. At Cosmos Clinic, we usually recommend scheduling top-up treatments every six to 12 months.

How do I prepare for lip fillers?

There are numerous things that you should do to prepare for a lip filler treatment. The most important is to avoid anything that may thin the blood for around a week beforehand, including alcohol, aspirin, ibuprofen, fish oil, omega 3, and vitamin E. If you are prone to cold sores, we recommend talking to your doctor about taking prophylactic medication before treatment. If you have had a recent COVID-19 vaccination, you will need to wait at least two weeks before scheduling a lip injection treatment.

Do lip fillers hurt?

At Cosmos Clinic, we always numb the lips before administering dermal filler injections, which keeps the treatment relatively comfortable. Many patients report feeling a slight pressure or stinging sensation as the product is injected; however, whether or not you find it painful will depend on the area treated and your own pain tolerance.

What can I do if I don’t like my results?

If you are unhappy with your lip filler results, you have a few options. If you’d prefer an even more augmented look or need to balance some asymmetry, your injector can administer additional dermal lip filler. Alternatively, if you are completely unhappy with how the filler looks, we can inject an enzyme into the treatment area that dissolves the product completely.

How much lip filler do I need?

Every patient will require a different amount of dermal lip filler, depending on their natural lip shape and desired results. If you are new to filler or looking for a natural enhancement, we usually suggest beginning with a single syringe or ml of filler. However, if you find that this is not enough, we encourage you to return to Cosmos Clinic to determine whether an additional ml of filler can help you achieve your aesthetic goals. During your consultation, your cosmetic injector will discuss how much dermal filler will best help you achieve your preferred outcome.

Where else can dermal filler be injected?

Aside from the lips, we use dermal fillers to plump and soften various other areas of the face, including the:

• Temples
• Tear troughs
• Cheeks
• Nasolabial folds
• Marionette lines
• Chin
• Jowls
• Jawline