What Are Lip Fillers?
The substances injected into the lips and face for cosmetic purposes are called dermal fillers. They decrease the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines and provide fullness and a youthful look to the cheeks, lips, and other facial parts. Lip fillers are a type of dermal filler injected to increase the volume of the lips. Synthetic hyaluronic acid will be the main component of lip fillers. Hyaluronic acid is also called hyaluronan or hyaluronate. It is distributed in the human connective tissues, epithelium, or neural tissue. Different types and brands of lip fillers are used on candidates who need to increase the volume of thin lips or diminish vertical lines on the lips.
What Are the Uses of Lip Fillers?
The aesthetics of the lips may be impaired for many reasons. Aging, genetic factors, tobacco usage, and chemical or sun exposure play a major role in this. The following are the uses of lip fillers:
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Lip Size Restoration: Age and other factors may change the appearance of the lips. The lips may get thin, or the corners may droop. In such cases, lip filler injections may help restore the esthetics and appearance of the lips.
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Lip Symmetry: It corrects the shape of the lips and makes the lips symmetrical.
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Diminishes Vertical Lines: Lip filler injections reduce vertical lines developed on the lips.
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Improve Fullness: Some people prefer having full and large lips and may opt for lip filler injections.
Not all people can have a lip filler injection. The candidate suitable for lip filler injections will have a realistic goal and lead a healthy lifestyle. Tobacco smoking, excessive fat intake, and prolonged sun exposure can make the lip fillers take no action. In addition, a person allergic to lip filler contents should not opt for the same.
What Are the Types of Hyaluronic Acid Lip Fillers?
Hyaluronic acid lip fillers contain synthetic hyaluronic acid. Hyaluronic acid is naturally present in the body to provide elasticity and hydration to the skin. Hyaluronic acid lip fillers improve the shape and structure of the lips and add fullness. Some of the well-known types of hyaluronic acid lip fillers are:
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Restylane: Restylane is an effective brand of hyaluronic acid lip fillers approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). It is only recommended for use in candidates above twenty-one years of age. Restylane lip fillers can be injected into the connective tissue of the skin around the mouth, lips, and the nasolabial fold. Restylane increases the quality and quantity of collagen fibers present within the connective tissue and holds more water molecules. This makes the lip full and plump. Restylane lip fillers are of different types; Restylane Silk, Restylane Lyft, Restylane Refyne, and Restylane Defyne. Restylane and Restylane Silk are mainly used for lip augmentation procedures. Restylane lip fillers replace lost fat tissues, and the effects may last for six months to one year.
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Juvederm: Juvederm is a dermal filler with a gel-like consistency. It is of different types, based on the concentration of hyaluronic acid contained. Juvaderm Volbella XC and Juvader Ultra XC are the main types used in lip enhancement procedures. These lip fillers have numbing contents like Lidocaine to reduce pain during injections. Juvaderm improves lip symmetry and reduces fine lines around the lips. The doctor will massage and mold the injected area with fingers for better results. The result duration depends on the weight of the product injected.
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Belotero Balance: Bolotero products are voluminous and increase their fullness when injected into a particular area. They contain Lidocaine to reduce pain during injection.
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Eleves: It is a cross-linked hyaluronic acid containing lip filler. It contains a more concentrated form of hyaluronic acid. Eleves provide intense hydration and plump the lips on injecting.
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Hylaform: Hylaform is the new hyaluronic acid-based lip or dermal filler that can be injected deep into the skin. It is available as a clear, sterile, and colorless gel and may or may not be used with other medications.
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Prevelle Silk: Prevelle silk lip filler injections are the least painful among others. The hyaluronic acid concentration in Prevelle Silk is lesser, which leads to less swelling after injections. The results last for three to four months.
What Are the Other Types of Lip Fillers?
Other than hyaluronic acid lip fillers, there are the following additional types used in cosmetic medicine:
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Collagen Lip Fillers: Candidates may opt for collagen lip fillers to get a pout effect on the lips. Collagen is naturally present in the human body and is a vital component of the connective tissue. It is responsible for the elastic nature of the skin. The collagen present in collagen lip fillers is usually derived from the cow connective tissue. Due to the instant delivery of collagen, immediate results follow after collagen injections. Allergic reactions may develop in some people due to the use of cow collagen. The hydration properties of collagen lip fillers are less than those of hyaluronic acid fillers.
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Silicone Lip Fillers: Permanent silicone lip injections deliver permanent results. Silicone can also be used as lip implants. An experienced surgeon helps to do the procedure correctly, which can otherwise lead to severe complications. Lips can become more symmetric and well-defined with silicone injections. It is necessary to maintain a healthy lifestyle by quitting smoking and consuming a less fat-containing diet after silicone lip filler treatments.
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Fat Injections: This is also called fat grafting. Through this procedure, fat will be harvested from a donor site and injected into the lips. Usually, fat will be harvested from areas with high-fat accumulation, like the lower abdomen.
Conclusion
Lip fillers play an irreplaceable role in rebuilding the appearance of the lips. But, in most cases, they do not serve as a permanent solution. In addition, age-related lip changes may not be stopped by injecting fillers. Some fillers or implants give results that may last for a prolonged time. In addition to all these, choosing a certified and well-experienced practitioner is also important for a successful outcome.
