Lip Filler Sherman Oaks

Lip filler, also known as Lip Injection or Lip Augmentation, is an injection procedure used to modify the shape and/or increase the volume and size of the lips. Any remainder of filler products can also be used in areas around the lips, chin, lip corners, smile lines, and lower cheeks. The amazing thing about it is that the fillers are formulated to attract water molecules, meaning you will get a boost of hydration to the lip area. This will help with tone, texture, and appearance, while specific vector placement of the filler can help improve symmetry, shape, and volume of lips or other injected areas.

Whether you’re worried about fine lines around the lips, dehydration, or want to regain a little more proportion, symmetry, or volume, there’s a filler of choice that can be tailored to your needs, to create beautiful and natural-looking results. If you are seeking a non-surgical solution to enhance your facial aesthetics, lip fillers performed by the expert providers at Cosmetic Injectables Center are the ultimate option for you for natural-looking results and minimal risks.

Proper preparation is helpful before having lip fillers injected to improve the procedure’s efficacy and safety. Here’s what you should do to prepare yourself:

• Schedule a consultation with one of our experienced healthcare practitioners at Cosmetic Injectables Center to discuss your procedure objectives and expectations;
• State any medical problems, allergies, or drugs you are presently taking during the appointment.
• Avoid using topical treatments such as Tretinoin (Retin-A), Retinol, Retinoids, Glycolic Acid, or other exfoliants. They may increase the risk of post-treatment problems;
• Avoid any kind of blood thinning medications such as aspirin, Motrin, ibuprofen, and Aleve;
• Avoid supplements such as fish oils, Omega 3’s, St. John’s Wort, Gingko Biloba, primrose oil, garlic, ginseng, and Vitamin E for 5 days prior to your procedure;

• Avoid waxing, or using hair removal cream on the area to be treated.

• Avoid drinking alcoholic beverages for 5 days prior to your procedure.

• Follow your healthcare provider’s particular recommendations for pre-procedure care and any adverse effects.
• Avoid activities that may increase your risk of cold sores (sunbathing, sleep deprivation, or lip biting);

For optimal results post-treatment, we suggest following these guidelines:

• Avoid itching and massaging around the injection site. The itching is normal and disappears within a few days;
• Avoid extreme lip movements (stretching the lips into a big smile, or pursing the lips around a straw) as it can bend or stretch the filler out of place
• Avoid drinking alcohol and high-intensity training to prevent additional bruising and swelling;
• Avoid intense heat (tanning, saunas, hot tubs, hot wax, sunbathing) in the treated area;
• To reduce pain, take acetaminophen;
• To help alleviate bruising, eat fresh pineapple, apply ice packs and use topical or oral Arnica;
• If you are prone to cold sores, ask your provider for anti-viral medication;

Even though lip fillers are popular for increasing lip volume and contour, there are some risks and adverse effects as with any injection. Before having the injection, you should be aware of the possible side effects:

• Swelling and Bruising (Hematoma): These two concerns are common adverse effects that normally go away after a few days, and can be expedited with medication and laser treatment;
• Lumps and Nodules: Lumps and nodules can be visible if the filler moves or placed into very superficial skin layers, or if larger boluses of filler are applied. Risks increase if there are extreme lip expressions during the 1st three days after injection;
• Mild Bleeding and Soreness: At the injection area, it is normal to experience mild bleeding after the treatment;
• Infection: As with any medical procedure involving needles, infection is possible, albeit it is uncommon when administered by a trained practitioner;
• Tissue Ischemia: This is a rare occurrence when the filler is injected into an artery;
• Asymmetry: Lip fillers can occasionally have uneven results. However, this can be treated with additional fillers or the use of hyaluronidase enzyme for removal.
• Skin Redness and Soreness: Red areas following lip filler injections can either a response to the irritation caused by puncturing of the skin, or a reaction to the filler;
• Discoloration: At the injection sites, temporary discoloration or skin changes may appear;