6 Things to Know before Booking Your Lip Filler Appointment

Nowadays, almost every celebrity on TV has plumped-up lips. And some of those look natural. Do you want to know their secret? Lip fillers!

Because lip fillers are becoming a fad these days, you might also be contemplating getting one. Here are six things you must be aware of before booking your lip filler appointment:

1. What Are the Dos and Don’ts before Having Lip Fillers?

Avoid having an alcoholic drink the night before the appointment, as this can lead to bruising and other problems.

Also, about a week before getting lip filler injections, do not take aspirin, ibuprofen, vitamin E, and fish oil supplements since these are natural blood thinners which may cause bruising. 

2. Will the Lip Fillers Be Painful?

It depends on what lip filler you get, but it’s a lot more uncomfortable than painful for many people. Many practitioners use various techniques to numb the area, as the lips are particularly sensitive. Some use dental blocks, or injections into the gums that numb the mouth. Meanwhile, others use numbing cream. 

Another way is making an incision into the lips to inject the filler after they remove an inner layer of tissue. Talk to your practitioner about what’s available to you during the procedure.

3. What Are the Common Side Effects of Lip Fillers?

As explained above, your lips are so sensitive that they’ll probably feel pretty swollen and sore for the first few days after treatment. This feeling lasts only a day or two for some people, but for others, it could take a week or two. 

Bruising and redness are very common, and you might also notice tiny pinprick marks. You will probably know if you have experienced an allergic reaction to the treatment; most practitioners keep track of and report these during your consultation.

4. How Much Lip Filler Do I Need?

The amount of filler you will need in your lips depends on what you want your enhancement to look like. It might take more than 0.5 ml or less than 1 ml of filler to give you a natural look. 

If you want to get more lip volume afterwards, you need to ask advice from your practitioner on the safest, most reasonable amount of filler to achieve the pout you desire. Don't become a caricature of yourself. More is not always better, at least for the first appointment.

5. How Long Do Lip Fillers Will Stay?

Typically, lip fillers will stay around 6-10 months. However, it depends on how long your body metabolises the hyaluronic acid (HA). This will take less than six months; for others, it might take longer.

6. What Is the Price Range of Lip Filler?

An excellent place to start is by thinking about the type of filler you intend to use and what range of results a qualified practitioner would be able to achieve. The average cost of a lip filler is around £200-£500. 

Conclusion

If you're considering getting lip filler, knowing what to expect before getting the procedure is essential. Educate yourself with the pointers discussed above. Then, when you make your appointment, ask your practitioner for advice on the best possible safe and successful procedure for you. 

Are you tired of using cosmetic products to enhance your lips to get the perfect pout you desire? Laserase Medical Aesthetics offers skin care treatments and lip fillers in Belfast. We have professionals who will apply the method that accentuates your natural beauty. Book your appointment today!

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