Frequently Asked Questions About Lip Filler Injections
Thistle Medical Skincare Studio is proud to be your beauty besties and resident experts in Stafford. Our aesthetic nurses Aubry, BSN, RN, CANS and Angela, MSN, FNP-C answered some of the most frequently asked questions about our lip filler injections. If you’ve thought about this treatment, read more to help decide if this treatment is right for you.
Q: What are dermal fillers?
A: Dermal fillers are a popular non-surgical aesthetic treatment that can add volume to the face, contour, and structure to the lips. Dermal fillers are hyaluronic acid based which means it's a hydrophilic substance naturally occurring in our body. Hydrophilic means "water loving" allowing moisture to get pulled into the area. The beauty of using dermal fillers in the lips is that the treatment can be tailored to your desired outcome whether that means adding subtle volume or enhancing your lip shape. It can also be used to reduce the appearance of lip lines creating a hydrated look!
Q: How do I know if I'm a candidate for filler?
A: Ideal candidates are usually seeking volume enhancement, definition, or correction of asymmetry. After determining your candidacy for the treatment we will go ahead and schedule you for your dermal filler appointment and go over pre-treatment instructions.
Q: What is my pre-treatment preparation?
A: In preparation for your lip filler treatment, we ask that you refrain from taking any blood thinning medications or supplements such as Aspirin, Ibuprofen, vitamin E, and fish oil. We also ask that you avoid any alcohol consumption at least 48 hours prior to your treatment. We recommend taking arnica montana tablets (oral) that you can get over the counter starting five to seven days prior to your treatment.
Q: What can I expect during my treatment?
A: When you come in for your lip filler appointment, we will review your medical history, get you consented for the procedure, take before and after photos, and start discussing what your specific goals are for your treatment. Then, we'll strategically inject the filler to create your desired outcome!
Q: Is it painful?
A: Pain tolerance is highly variable from person to person. We will apply a topical numbing cream prior to your treatment to make it more comfortable for you. There's also lidocaine that's infused into the filler so as we are injecting you it gets a little more numb as the treatment goes on.
Q: What's my recovery process like?
A: After your lip filler appointment, you can expect to have bruising, swelling, and a little bit of tenderness to the area that was treated for two to three days. Typically, bruising and swelling will peak around 24 to 48 hours then progressively get better as the week goes on. To err on the side of caution, we ask that you schedule your lip filler appointment approximately two to three weeks prior to any special event.
Q: How long does filler last?
A: The duration of lip filler varies widely from person to person as everybody metabolizes the product at different rates!
To determine if you're a candidate for lip filler, we recommend scheduling a complimentary consultation with one of our aesthetic nurses to review medical and past treatment history and discuss your desired goals. Thanks for reading along and we hope to see you in the studio soon!
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