Lip
Augmentation and Line Reduction: Dermal Fillers
Dermal fillers* are ideal for the
treatment of frown lines, brow lines, crow's-feet,
smile lines at the side of the mouth and the small
vertical lines on the upper lip (often called smoker's
lines). Fillers are also useful in boosting lip areas
where shape and definition have been lost.
At Skin Resus we use non-animal
fillers which are allergy-free, and are broken down
and metabolised by the body over time. They are temporary
and will need to be repeated, typically in three
to 12 months (depending on the product selected).
New, longer lasting filler
A longer lasting filler is now available made of very small, smooth calcium hydroxylapatite (CaHA) microspheres in a water-based gel. As the product is injected, the gel and Microspheres form a “scaffold”, stimulating collagen production and encouraging tissue growth in and around the injection area. This “partnership” between the filler and your own body creates a natural look, lasting up to two years.
What is the treatment like?
Treatment with dermal fillers is a quick and easy process.
A treatment usually takes about 30 minutes. The gel is injected
into the skin in tiny amounts with a very fine needle, producing
volume under the skin and helping to reshape facial contours.
Most people find the injections painless, though local anaesthetic
may be used when treating the lips.
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