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January 24, 2024

Lip Injection Aftercare Tips

Written by Dr. Smita Ramanadham. Posted in Blog.

Lip Injection Aftercare Tips

Have you noticed that your lips aren’t as full as you would like? Then you might think about lip augmentation with lip fillers to make them plumper. Lip fillers are a popular procedure that only takes a few minutes and can last for months to give your lips a fuller appearance.

If you’re thinking about lip fillers, below is detailed information about the procedure with lip filler aftercare tips.

What Is Lip Augmentation?

New Jersey lip augmentation is a simple injection procedure that can give you smoother, fuller lips. Some, whether due to heredity, aging, or other factors, have thin lips and want to plump them up for a more attractive appearance. This is where lip fillers come in handy.

Most plastic surgeons and dermatologists use New Jersey hyaluronic acid filler to increase volume in the lips. The benefits of hyaluronic fillers are:

  • Precise control: With lip fillers doctors can deliver an accurate amount of filler to give you the desired lip volume.
  • Gradual process: Lip filler injections can be provided over several appointments until you are pleased with the results.
  • Less bruising: Hyaluronic acid may result in less bruising than other dermal fillers.
  • Results: Lip fillers last up to a year.
  • Minimal allergic reactions: Hyaluronic acid fillers are derived from natural substances, so most people aren’t allergic.

The results from lip fillers may last from four months to a year, with six months being average.

The procedure involves injecting dermal filler into several areas of the upper and lower lips to increase volume.

First, the doctor will clean the lips, then apply a topical numbing cream to reduce pain. Then, she will execute the lip filler injections in several areas and massage the lips for consistent results.

Before Lip Filler Treatment

Consider these points before your lip filler treatment:

  • Don’t overfill: If you are considering getting lip fillers it’s important not to put too much filler in the lips at once, or the difference will be evident to others. Better to underfill and add more later.
  • Don’t take blood thinning medications: Avoid medications that act as a blood thinner like aspirin, Aleve, fish oil, Motrin, and multivitamins the week before to reduce bruising.
  • Leave the celebrity pictures at home: Some patients want their lips to look like a celebrity’s, but this can leave you disappointed. Everyone’s body and face are different, and your results won’t be quite like anyone’s.

Lip Filler Aftercare Tips

Please review these lip filler aftercare tips, so you know what to expect after your lip augmentation:

Lips Will Be Swollen

When the doctor injects hyaluronic acid dermal filler into your lips, you can expect minor swelling, redness, and bruising. This is normal.

After a few hours, these side effects should fade, and you can resume your regular activities.

Use Ice Or Cold Compresses

There will be some swelling after your lip augmentation, but you can eliminate most of it with an ice pack and proper lip injection aftercare. But you should cover the ice pack with a towel, so it doesn’t stick to your lips and cause discomfort.

Limit Exercise

Although lip augmentation isn’t surgery, you should not engage in strenuous exercise for one or two days. Exercise increases blood pressure and heart rate and may worsen swelling and bruising.

But you can go for a daily walk to keep your blood moving. Then, after one or two days, you can return to more vigorous workouts.

Drink Water

Drinking water is always essential, but it’s even more critical after lip augmentation. Drinking at least eight glasses of water daily will help the body heal.

Eat Fruit And Vegetables

When it comes to lip filler aftercare, it’s essential to consume fruits and vegetables to hydrate the body and provide the nutrients needed for healing.

Avoid Heated Rooms

You shouldn’t go into rooms with high temperatures for the first two days after the lip filler procedure, such as a sauna, steam room, or hot yoga class. Heat will increase swelling.

Elevate Your Head

After getting lip fillers it helps to sleep with your head elevated for two or three days after lip augmentation to reduce swelling. Also, don’t sleep face down because it can affect the distribution of the hyaluronic acid injections.

Don’t Use Lipstick

It’s recommended not to use lipstick for about 24 hours after receiving lip fillers. It is also recommended to avoid lip balm immediately after your injections.

Avoid Flying

The changes in air pressure that come with flying can have negative side effects if you have had lip injections in the past 24 – 48 hours. In order to reduce swelling and other side effects, it is best to avoid flying immediately after the procedure.

Cold Sores

It is possible for dermal fillers to cause a flare up of cold sores in some patients who have had them in the past. This is an important detail to note before getting your injections.

Questions and Answers

How can I make me lips heal faster after fillers?

Enhance healing by staying well-hydrated with water and consuming hydrating fruits and veggies. Minimize sodium intake to reduce swelling. Steer clear of high temperatures, such as saunas, steam rooms, or heated workouts for 48 hours post-treatment, as they can exacerbate swelling.

What shouldn’t you do after lip fillers?

Avoid smoking or vaping. Refrain from scratching around injection sites. Skip strenuous exercise for 1-2 days. Avoid wearing lipstick or lip balm for at least 24 hours. Steer clear of hard foods. Postpone dental work or invasive procedures for at least 2-3 weeks.

How do you take care of your lips after injections?

Ensure lip cleanliness, shower carefully, use pain relief if needed. Opt for simple foods, stay hydrated, and refrain from vigorous exercise for at least 24 hours.

What is the worse day for lip fillers?

Days 2-4: Expect increased swelling! The peak of swelling usually occurs on Day 2 and Day 3 of the lip filler recovery process. If you wake up the morning after with concerns, remember that the swelling diminishes over time.

Summary

Aftercare For Lip InjectionsLip augmentation with hyaluronic acid injections can give you fuller, plumper lips that many say are more attractive. The procedure is quick with no downtime but should always be performed by a skilled surgeon or dermatologist.

Also, many patients opt for other cosmetic procedures with their lip augmentation to save time and expense. Plus, you can make your results even more dramatic with these facial procedures to go with your plumper lips:

Request A Lip Augmentation Consultation

Considering a lip augmentation in New Jersey? Wondering about what is involved in aftercare for lip injections? Dr. Smita. R. Ramanadham can answer your questions and help you obtain the results you want. Dr. Ramanadham will go over your options, goals, and more to determine if you’re a good candidate for this procedure.

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