Lip fillers: which filler is better for lips
Lip contouring has long become one of the most popular procedures in modern cosmetology. It is this zone that most often wants to emphasize or correct the asymmetry of the lips with the help of a special filler.
Although the technique is very popular and widespread, it does not belong to the category of easy to perform. The reason is that the lips are a very mobile part of the face. Lips are involved in conversations, eating, and kissing. Therefore, there is a risk of filler displacement, which means it is especially important to correctly choose the drug and the doctor who will administer this drug.
What are lip fillers, how to prepare for contour plastic and what you need to know before signing up for the procedure, we tell in this article.
Features of lip fillers
Patients of different ages are enrolled for lip contour plastic surgery, and indications for the use of fillers may also be different. The introduction of fillers into the skin helps not only to make thin lips more lush, but also allows you to even out asymmetry, eliminate dry lips or a bright smile.
To get an exclusively positive effect from the procedure, it is necessary to choose the right drug. Which filler is best suited for lip augmentation is determined by an experienced cosmetologist at an individual consultation. But if you want to better navigate the topic and come to the consultation more prepared, the information below will help you with this.
Types of fillers
In such a mobile area as the lips, the filler should be plastic and soft, but at the same time keep its shape well. Depending on the number of homogeneous particles in the gel and their crosslinking, fillers can be biphasic and single-phase. It is the second type that is best suited for lip contouring, as it is more plastic and better takes the desired shape.
Doctors choose which drug is best for lip augmentation based on several key factors:
- cohesiveness – the ability to maintain one’s integrity and stay in place;
- plasticity – the ability to integrate into human tissues;
- elasticity – the ability to resist static and dynamic influence.
It is also important to pay attention to the concentration of hyaluronic acid in the preparation – optimal indicators range from 20 to 25 mg per 1 ml of gel.
Fillers can also be temporary or permanent. The era of permanent fillers has long passed, and this method is not used in modern aesthetic medicine. In the distant 90s, the technique was widely used – silicone implants were inserted into the lips and other parts of the face and body. Later, this imperfect technique was replaced by a more convenient and safer option of temporary fillers.
Interesting fact: many people confuse fillers and botulinum toxin, mistakenly believing that the latter can be used to enlarge the lips. Cosmetologists never get tired of telling patients that botulinum toxin is used to fight wrinkles and cannot help to make lips fuller.
Modern lip fillers are substances that do not linger in the body and are removed from the body naturally. The most common components for such fillers:
- hyaluronic acid, which is precisely used to increase and correct the shape of the lips. Acid is considered the queen of fillers, as the substance is completely safe and can be used on different areas. In addition, there is hyaluronidase – an antidote that can quickly dissolve the filler if it is incorrectly administered;
- calcium hydroxyapatite is not injected into the lips, and is used more for lifting purposes.
What determines the choice of drug
When choosing a drug, the doctor relies on the initial condition of the lips, the age of the patient and the desired result. All this affects the selection of the product and how much of it will be injected under the skin.
If you want to get the most accurate result, you should give preference to fillers created specifically for lips (Smile, Kiss, Lips). Such fillers are usually provided in a volume of 0.6-0.7 ml and are ideal for the first injection.
For owners of full lips or for those who want to remove asymmetry, you should pay attention to the volume of the drug in 1 ml. This amount is enough to get a more long-lasting result.
It is important to note that you should not base your choice of filler on its price and look for a more budget option. A high-quality modern drug cannot be cheap, because it goes through a long way of creation and testing, obtaining certification, and proper transportation and storage are also included in the cost. The price is also shaped by the level of knowledge and experience of the cosmetologist – the more experienced the professional, the more expensive the lip augmentation service with filler will cost.
You can see how lip augmentation takes place at the Esteva Clinic aesthetic medicine clinic in our video.
How important is the choice of lip filler
The choice of the drug for injection is one of the key factors on which the final result depends. In addition to the fact that it is important to use only the best lip fillers that are suitable for you, it is also important to monitor the originality and integrity of the filler packaging. At Esteva Clinic, you can safely ask for a quality certificate for any drug – we work exclusively with original products from proven global manufacturers.
Also, we do not neglect the conditions of storage of medicines and strictly observe all standards of antiseptics. All individual instruments and drugs are opened strictly in the presence of the patient and directly during the procedure.
Popular fillers in aesthetic cosmetology
Esteva clinic doctors choose the best fillers for lip augmentation and prefer only proven brands. The safety of the patient and her satisfaction with the final result is the main goal of every lip contouring procedure.
Which filler is better for the lips is decided by the doctor in the process of consultation with the patient. In our clinic, you can choose the following certified brands:
- Juvederm is an American drug that has a wide line of products (Ultra, Volift, Smile) for various patient requests;
- Teosyal Kiss – a Swiss drug created specifically for lip correction;
- Belotero is a German drug that has in its line universal fillers for filling the volume of the face and blanching (Balance and Soft), as well as a separate preparation for lip correction (Lips Shape).
Lip augmentation techniques with fillers
There are only a few techniques for introducing lip fillers:
- linear-retrograde – the drug is injected along the entire length of the needle;
- bolus – small drops of filler remain at an equal distance from each other;
- fan – the filler is distributed in strips at an angle, forming the pattern of an open fan.
There are many other names that doctors, patients or Internet bloggers come up with themselves. For example, you can hear such names as Parisian technique, mermaid tail, flat bow and many others. However, all of these approaches rely on general guidelines for injecting lip fillers.
Today, cosmetologists around the world strive to create the most natural images. The task of a cosmetologist who performs contour plastic surgery is to emphasize the individual characteristics of the patient and her natural beauty. A modern trend in cosmetology is the preservation and restoration of natural tissues without violating a person’s individuality.
Duration of effect
On average, lip fillers stay in the body 6-18 months, gradually and imperceptibly dissolving. In order to preserve the result as long as possible, you should follow all the recommendations of the cosmetologist. It is important not to additionally influence the area of the lips – do not rub, do not squeeze, do not support with your hand, etc.
You can evaluate the results of Esteva Clinic aesthetic medicine and cosmetology patients after using lip fillers in the photo below.
Contraindications to the introduction of fillers
A preparation based on high molecular weight hyaluronic acid can be injected by men and women starting from 18 years old,if the person has no contraindications to the procedure:
- any damage to the skin in the area of the intended procedure;
- viral or bacterial infection;
- general malaise, high temperature;
- systemic diseases in the period of exacerbation;
- oncological diseases;
- taking systemic steroids;
- period of pregnancy and lactation.
Since hyaluronic acid extracted in the laboratory is synthesized by streptococci, there are several additional factors to consider. This is important so that the filler is not rejected by the body and keeps the desired shape. The introduction of fillers based on hyaluronic acid is prohibited for patients who:
- have chronic streptococcal infections;
- recently had angina, as well as arthritis or myocarditis caused by previous angina.
It is also recommended to postpone the lip augmentation procedure with fillers for patients undergoing treatment at the dentist. This will help prevent unnecessary impact on the filler and its possible deformation.
If you want to make your lips plumper or correct their asymmetry – correcting the shape and volume of your lips with the help of fillers will be an ideal solution. Experienced doctors of the clinic of aesthetic medicine and cosmetology Esteva Clinic will help you choose a drug and create the perfect lip shape for you.
Контурна пластика губ
| Препарат | Ціна, грн |
|---|---|
| Juvederm smile 0,6 ml Allergan (США) 8-12 місяців | 5900 |
| Juvederm ultra 3 1,0 ml (Allergan) США 8-12 місяців | 6900 |
| Juvederm Vollift 1 ml (Allergan) США 16-18 місяців | 7800 |
| Belotero Intense Merz (Німеччина) 12-15 місяців | 6500 |
| Teosyal RH Kiss 0,7 ml Teoxan (Швейцарія) 12-15 місяців | 7400 |
| Alexa 1 ml (Hyalual) 9-12 місяців | 5500 |