The procedure has become very popular as full, sensual lips with well-defined contours are the desire of many women.
Lips are among the most visible parts of the human face. They largely determine the physiognomy of the face. Lip correction and augmentation is one of the most popular procedures in cosmetic surgery.
Lip correction with hyaluronic acid has been used relatively recently. Initially, collagen was used, but now, due to serious complications that began to appear after the procedure, it is practically not used.
Also, lips usually look unnatural with collagen. Along with it, own adipose tissue is used. Lip correction with hyaluronic acid has become the main and best way in cosmetic surgery. Apart from providing the best results, it is also the safest solution. The role of a natural preparation is to bind with water and give elasticity and fullness to the skin. Over the years, its amount decreases and the lips become thinner.
What is hyaluronic acid?
Hyaluronic acid is one of the substances used as dermal fillers that occur naturally in the body. Such excipients are physiological (non-carcinogenic and non-heterogeneous). They are actually temporary, but safer to use. However, when using longer lasting fillers, there is an increased risk of developing an allergy, a foreign body granuloma, which may later be rejected by the body.
Hyaluronic acid is a natural component of human skin. It is produced by fibroblasts, which make up the structure of human tissues. Hyaluronic acid fills the intercellular areas and creates an ideal environment for skin cells. It is also responsible for stimulating the production of collagen and protecting all elements of the skin from the effects of free radicals.
Hyaluronic acid also contributes to tissue hydrodynamics. The substance is responsible for the amount of water, which makes it an ideal moisturizing factor. However, over time, human skin begins to lose its natural resources of hyaluronic acid, which affects the functioning of fibroblasts. Consequently, the amount of collagen decreases, which causes the human skin to lose its volume. This process can be stopped with a single injection of hyaluronic acid to help your skin regain its youthful appearance.
Procedure description
Hyaluronic acid lip correction is used in the following cases:
- reduction of nasolabial folds;
- lip shape and size correction;
- lip wrinkle reduction;
- alignment of the contour of the sponge line.
When hyaluronic acid is injected into the treated area, it binds large amounts of water, filling and softening the skin in the treated area.
Hyaluronic acid, used as a wrinkle filler, is an organic substance that occurs naturally in human skin. Correction results can be seen immediately after treatment.
Fillers are used to reduce wrinkles around the eyes and between the eyebrows, to correct nasolabial folds, to lift drooping lips, and to improve shape and volume.
The effect of lip correction with hyaluronic acid lasts from six months to a year. After this period, the substance can be injected into previously treated areas, as its ability to stimulate collagen generation will keep the skin in a much better condition.
The technique of lip correction with hyaluronic acid is simple and does not require special devices. The substance is administered through very fine needles or special cannulas, but a local anesthetic is used to ensure maximum comfort and reduce pain. A natural mixture (hyaluronic acid) is injected into the skin, selected based on its type and the purpose of the procedure (to smooth wrinkles or to fill, to reshape). After injection, the product spreads evenly and is properly massaged by the beautician to engage all areas of the lips to be treated.
Whathappens to the lip contour?
Along with lip wrinkling, reduced volume or loss of lip contour is another undesirable change that can be corrected. The degree of wrinkles in the mouth area gradually increases. New folds are formed. As a result, natural swelling and the lip line itself may disappear. Those who have these wrinkles and folds look much older than their years. The treatment contributes to the alignment of the contour of the lips and gives them, if necessary, a natural swelling. In addition, the substance can smooth wrinkles around the mouth with point injections. About the correction of the lips with hyaluronic acid, the reviews are mostly positive. The natural composition and point type of injections have a positive effect on the overall result.
Is an anesthetic required for the procedure?
Before the procedure, cosmetologists usually use a special anesthetic cream 30-40 minutes before the injection. At the request of the client or if the pain threshold is high, specialists can also use injections with an anesthetic so that the treated area is numb and discomfort is reduced to a minimum. In any case, before the procedure, the client must pass tests for possible allergic reactions. Many who resorted to such procedures note that local anesthetic was mostly enough. They talk about it in their reviews. Lip correction with hyaluronic acid is a virtually painless procedure. The substance is injected into the upper layers of the skin.
Who most often seeks lip correction?
The treatment is for any woman who feels uncomfortable with flat and blurry lip contour. Correction can also be resorted to in case of a scar. The active filler in the composition allows you to completely correct the external defect of the lip and its contour and give it a natural look.
The lip border treatment provides a defined, defined shape and enhances contours and color. After treatment, wrinkles are filled and crushed into smaller ones. The skin around the lip area is hydrated and firm. Injections with a natural substance in the composition do not have a negative effect on the skin and contours after lip correction with hyaluronic acid. Patient feedback is positive, as problems rarely occur and the result is visible already on the first day after the swelling subsides.
When will the final result be seen?
Results should be expected 3-4 weeks after the procedure. The beautician then decides with the patient on additional procedures that are sometimes needed for deeper wrinkles and contours. It is easier to correct such lines gradually, which means that sometimes more product needs to be injected after 3 or 4 weeks. It usually takes another 3-4 weeks before the final result can be obtained. Photos before and after lip correction with hyaluronic acid show how noticeable the result is after the first injection session.
How many treatments do I need to see satisfactory results?
Patients under the age of 45 usually receive a single doseintroduction of 0.5 ml in 1 ml of hyaluronic acid. Elderly patients (aged 55-60) usually require another treatment 3-4 weeks after the first injection to see satisfactory results. The number of repetitions of injections usually does not exceed 3-4 times.
How long will the result last?
Satisfactory results that have been achieved after 1-2 courses of treatment are usually visible within 6-12 months. This period of time depends on the age of the patient, the type of filler, as well as the lifestyle of the patient and his general physical condition. It should be emphasized that smoking can significantly reduce the results of treatment.
How often do I need to repeat the treatment?
Treatment should be repeated every 6-12 months, depending on how long the beautician and patient are satisfied with the result. Further treatment usually requires a smaller amount of the product, since the increased amount of collagen in the skin strengthens its structure and reduces its active properties. This treatment is commonly referred to as "supportive care."
Contraindications:
- Increased sensitivity to any of the ingredients, especially hyaluronic acid.
- Autoimmune disease.
- Susceptibility to keloids.
- Skin bacterial infection.
- Herpes virus.
- Pregnancy and lactation.
- Teenagers under 18.
- Other dermal filling procedures performed on the same area of the skin and lip contour.
Before the injection, the patient must passmedical examination to rule out the above factors.
What will happen immediately after the injection?
Hyaluronic acid lip asymmetry correction is a common form of cosmetic procedure. With the growth of popularity, not only girls, but also guys resort to it. Immediately after treatment, the area will be slightly swollen. Puncture areas (puncture sites) will be visible at the beginning, but they will soon disappear. The treated area may be bloated due to the filler. Bruising and bruising may occur shortly after treatment, but these usually disappear within a few days. Bruises sometimes appear after a couple of days, and in 10-14 days they change color and resolve.
What should I do before starting an injection?
No pre-medication required, but patients must be in good physical condition. One week before treatment, do not take aspirin or any other medicines that reduce clotting. Patients who tend to suffer from herpes should take prophylactic acyclovir two days before treatment.
What to do after injections?
After treatment, you should apply a thin layer of soothing gel and massage the area twice a day. Finally, when the redness and bruising subsides, patients can stop taking the medication and resume their usual skin care practices. It is recommended to use high quality skin care products with SPF50+ sunscreen.
Howkeep the result longer?
Cosmetologists believe that post-operative treatment is as important as the injections themselves, so they advise patients to properly monitor their skin on a daily basis. It is necessary to apply protective creams and lipsticks from negative factors such as excessive ultraviolet exposure, as well as products that contain antioxidants such as vitamin C, vitamin E or flavonoids. It is also not recommended to take dietary supplements containing vitamin C, vitamin E, coenzyme Q10 after injections.
It is important to refrain from smoking, which is responsible for accelerating the aging process and significantly reduces all the results of aesthetic treatment that have been achieved due to infections in the lip contours. It is also highly recommended to use the full range of anti-aging treatments such as therapeutic baths and mesotherapy. Basically, this is written in the reviews of doctors. Lip correction with hyaluronic acid does not harm the skin, since the active substance in the injection is not perceived by the body as foreign.
What are dermal fillers used for?
Correction of the shape of the lips with hyaluronic acid quickly tones the skin. It helps to remove or reduce the effects of skin aging, which are visible in facial changes and the appearance of wrinkles due to the secondary disappearance of subcutaneous fat and dermal collagen. Areas that can be smoothed and filled with fillers are wrinkled lines between the eyebrows, skin folds thatdescend from both sides of the nose to the corners of the mouth and separate the cheeks from the upper lip (nasolabial folds), the lines that go around the chin, the creases in the upper and lower lips, and the smile lines at the corners of the mouth. Fillers can be used effectively to lift sagging cheeks, reshape the chin and tip of the nose, or fill in acne scars.
How long does the procedure take and how painful is it?
The procedure lasts up to 20 minutes. Patients describe mild to moderate pain. A local anesthetic can always be used if needed. Before the procedure itself, the doctor may prescribe a relaxing facial massage to tone the skin. Correction of the upper lip with hyaluronic acid is carried out within 7-10 minutes. The result will be noticeable immediately.
Is there any swelling after the procedure?
Swelling may appear immediately and a day after the procedure. Redness, sensitivity, and itching may also occur. A hematoma may be seen in the area where the punctures were made. It can be closed with a corrector. The bruise usually resolves within a week. The skin should not be exposed to extreme temperatures for a couple of days after treatment. Correction of the corners of the lips with hyaluronic acid can cause small hematomas at the puncture sites. It is necessary to apply a healing cream during the first week after the procedure.
What are the complications of injections?
Complications are rare, bleeding and swelling are the most common side effects immediately after the procedure. Pain and redness within 24-72hours are a sign of a bacterial infection. The doctor will prescribe an antibiotic based on a smear test. Clients practically do not write about complications during lip correction with hyaluronic acid in reviews. Injections are neutral and do not cause allergic reactions.
How can I prevent or reduce possible complications after the procedure?
It is extremely important to stop taking aspirin and other drugs that affect coagulation before the procedure, as well as antirheumatic drugs and vitamin E. Do not drink alcohol before manipulation. After the procedure, cool the injection area with ice packs. After correction of the contour of the lips with hyaluronic acid, inflammation can sometimes occur. In this case, you should contact the dermatologist or cosmetologist who performed the procedure.
