Many people are born with naturally thin lips, while others have lips that lose their fullness and volume during the aging process. This change in lip volume can have a significant effect on the appearance, which causes many people to seek to enhance this area in particular.
At Advanced Aesthetics in Las Vegas, NV, we use lip fillers as a subtle yet effective way to address these issues, helping to restore or enhance the volume and shape of your lips. We are led by our medical directors, Dr. Tracy Hankins and Dr. Samuel Sohn, who brings a wealth of experience and a gentle touch to every treatment.
What Are Lip Fillers?
Lip fillers are cosmetic treatments that can enhance the volume and shape of your lips. These injectables offer a non-surgical approach to augmenting lips and contouring the lip lines. Administered with precision and care, lip fillers can rejuvenate the lips for a more defined and youthful appearance without changing the essential features of your face.
What Are Lip Fillers Made From?
Hyaluronic acid lip fillers are the cornerstone of modern lip augmentation. This naturally occurring substance in the body works to retain moisture and provides volume. The use of synthetic forms of hyaluronic acid can provide the lips with a plump, hydrated look when injected into this area. Hyaluronic acid can provide results that are effective while harmonizing with the natural structure of your lips.
What Are Lip Fillers Used For?
Enhancing Thin Lips
Lip augmentation can help individuals with naturally thin lips or lips that have thinned over time. This treatment gently adds volume, creating a fuller, more pronounced appearance that fits right in with the overall structure of your face.
Balancing Asymmetrical Lips
Lip injections are beneficial for correcting imbalances in the symmetry of your lips. They offer a precise way to even out disparities for a more balanced and proportionate look to your lips within minutes.
Smoothing Out Lines and Wrinkles
Lip fillers can also address the fine lines and wrinkles that develop around the mouth with age. They smooth out these areas, filling in lost volume, hydrating, and providing a rejuvenated and refreshed appearance to the lip region.
Adding Definition to Lip Borders
Lip fillers can also be effective at enhancing the definition of lip borders. If you are interested in having your lips stand out more distinctly. Small adjustments to the border of the lips can create a well-defined shape.
What Are the Different Types of Lip Fillers?
Restylane® Kysse
This filler is specifically designed to accommodate the dynamic movement of lips, providing a natural look and feel. Restylane Kysse is formulated using XpresHAn Technology™, a crosslinked gel technology that allows the filler to integrate smoothly with your lip tissues. This technology helps us achieve a more natural-looking fullness and is effective for smoothing perioral lines (often referred to as “smoker’s lines”). Restylane Kysse can maintain its effect for up to a year.
Restylane Silk
Restylane Silk is a lip filler that also offers subtle lip enhancement and treatment of wrinkles around the mouth. Its formulation uses smaller, smoother hyaluronic acid particles compared to other products in the Restylane family. This allows for more precise and natural-looking results and can be good for those seeking a softer, yet effective lip augmentation. You can see the effects of Restylane Silk soon after the treatment, and they can last for around six months.
JUVÉDERM® VOLBELLA® XC
JUVÉDERM VOLBELLA® XC is renowned for its subtle yet effective approach to lip enhancement. This filler is formulated to add volume to the lips while smoothing out perioral lines, or the “lipstick lines” around the mouth. Its composition, which is made with Vycross technology, allows for a smoother, more natural gel that integrates seamlessly into the tissue, providing durability and a natural look and feel.
JUVÉDERM ULTRA XC
JUVÉDERM ULTRA XC is designed for those seeking more pronounced lip enhancement. Known for its effectiveness in lip injections, this product not only adds volume but also contours the lips to achieve the desired shape. Its formulation is created to provide more dramatic results compared to VOLBELLA, making it a popular choice for patients looking for a significant increase in lip fullness.
Choosing the Right Lip Filler
Selecting the appropriate lip filler treatment involves considering factors like desired lip volume, shape, and the specific concerns you wish to address. A professional consultation can guide you in choosing the right product, whether you’re aiming for subtle enhancement or more pronounced results. It’s important to discuss your aesthetic goals and any medical history so you can get the best possible outcome.
When Will I See My Lip Filler Results?
Results from hyaluronic acid lip fillers are typically visible immediately after the treatment. However, it may take a few days to a week for the filler to settle and any swelling to subside, which is when you’ll see the final outcome. Your practitioner can provide more detailed insight based on the specific filler used and your individual response to the treatment.
How Long Do Lip Fillers Last?
Lip fillers can last anywhere from six months to over a year. How long your lip fillers last will vary depending on which product you choose to use, your body’s metabolism, and certain factors like sun exposure and activity levels. Regular follow-up treatments help maintain the desired volume and shape over time.
Aftercare and Maintenance for Your Lip Filler
Proper aftercare is important for maximizing the results of your lip augmentation. This includes avoiding strenuous exercise and extreme temperatures for the first 24 hours, avoiding medications and supplements that can increase the risk of bruising, and adhering to any specific instructions from your provider.
Achieve Your Ideal Lip Aesthetic With Lip Fillers in Las Vegas
Lip fillers offer a versatile and effective solution for enhancing the appearance of your lips, regardless of whether you’re looking to add volume, define shape, or balance symmetry. At Advanced Aesthetics in Las Vegas, NV, we provide a range of options to address your concerns for natural-looking and beautiful results. If you’re considering lip fillers, please contact us online or call us at (702) 838-4644.
