Unlike filler, the injection doesn't go into the actual lip itself but into the muscles bordering the lip, making it a less painful, much quicker procedure.
The lip flip hurts less than fillers, just like Botox™ or Dysport™ injections hurt less than filler elsewhere in the face. Injecting neurotoxins is like injecting small amounts of water into specific areas, so the pain is minimal and is mainly from the needle itself.
Overall, Botox Flip Lip should not be a painful treatment, patients may feel a sharp scratch at the injection points but overall this is just described as minimal discomfort rather than pain. Patients may continue to feel mild discomfort after treatment, but this will fade over 24 hours.
There is some discomfort associated with both procedures
Fillers cause more discomfort than Botox injections, and there is a slight risk of swelling and bruising after the procedure. However, both procedures are relatively safe.
Normal lip flip side effects
It is normal to feel a sensation of heaviness as the Botox lip flip takes effect. After a few days, patients will notice a slight feeling of heaviness in the lip, indicating that the Botox has taken effect.
It should take only around 10 minutes. The doctor likely won't numb your lips beforehand, because the procedure isn't very painful. Some people have compared it to the sensation of having a pimple on your lip. The doctor will inject Botox into the center and corners of your upper lip.
Apply ice to your lips afterward using an ice pack or an ice cube covered in a thin cloth (so it doesn't stick to the lip and cause pain). This will help ease swelling, itching, bruising, and any other pain. Avoid strenuous exercise for 24 to 48 hours after you get lip or any other dermal fillers.
As lips are one of the most sensitive areas of the body it is normal to have tenderness and swelling post injection. However, extreme pain can be a warning sign. When injecting the lips it is possible to inject into or around an artery causing a vascular occlusion, which would cause intense pain.
How long does a lip flip last? The effects of Botox will eventually fade. A lip flip typically lasts between two to five months.
"The lip flip relies on a neurotoxin like Botox to weaken that overactive muscle, allowing more of the upper lip to show when the patient smiles."
A Botox Lip Flip doesn't require any special preparation. The only condition is that you don't have active cold sores. Wait for the cold sores to pass before you have the procedure. We advise our patients to refrain from alcohol and aspirin a few days before the procedure to reduce the chance of swelling and bruising.
For removing lip lines, you'll need about 6 average units. If you're interested in having lip flips, you'll need around 4-6 units. If you aim for plumper lips, Botox is best paired with dermal fillers. With just a few simple injections, our providers can erase your wrinkles and fine lines in no time with Botox.
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If you already have a decent amount of volume in your lips but would like to alter the shape, a lip flip might be the better choice. If you want added volume and longer-lasting results, then lip fillers may be what you're looking for.
In general, a lip flip procedure can be done after lip fillers. Lip flip and lip filler procedures have different outcomes. A lip filler enhances the volume of lips whereas a lip flip improves the features and rotation of lips as desired. They can be done as part of the same surgical procedure.
When Will I See Results of a Lip Flip? About two to three days after a lip flip, patients will notice that their upper lip appears larger as the muscle relaxes. The maximum results are evident a week to 10 days after treatment.
Topical lidocaine:
Lidocaine is the most common anaesthetic agent used for lip fillers. This is because of its relatively fast onset time (approximately 3-5 minutes) and its duration (approximately 1-2 hours) which is appropriate for most filler procedures. Other treatment areas rarely need anaesthesia.
Pain, redness or itchiness at the injection site is also normal, and should be mild. If you experience severe pain, redness or itching, or pain outside of the lip area, see your doctor. Overfilling is a concern for some patients, especially in the first week after treatment when lips are still swollen.
And yes, using too much lip filler product can permanently stretch lip skin. If this occurs, it is possible to perform surgery to remove excess skin from the lips.
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Numbing cream and filler treatments
While numbing cream is not necessary for filler treatments, we always speak to your patients to find the best way to make them more comfortable and ensure their treatments are pain-free.
If you require pain medication after treatment, you can take paracetamol, but avoid anti-inflammatory medications, such as ibuprofen and aspirin, as these thin the blood, which can exacerbate any bruising.
While dermal fillers increase lip size, a lip flip only creates the illusion of a larger lip without adding volume. Lip flips are less invasive and expensive than dermal fillers.
You can carefully eat or drink shortly after your lip flip procedure. However, take care not to eat any messy foods that may cause you to wipe your face or lips for at least three days. Avoid using drinking straws or smoking for at least three days. Puckering or contracting your lips may cause the Botox® to migrate.
While a full syringe of lip filler costs between $500 and $1000, the Botox lip flip typically requires only 4-6 units of Botox, which cost between $10 and $15 each.