When the upper lip is equal to or begins to exceed the volume of the lower, the augmentation starts to look fake. Once that ratio is breached, the result degrades rapidly, even with minor volume additions.
Bad lip fillers will be easily noticeable, and this is why the treatment has become synonymous with unnatural-looking results. 'Good' lip filler results aren't that detectable, because they look so natural!
The results consistently deliver a smooth, even, natural appearance. The procedure takes just a few minutes in the office, and the results are immediate. You may have minimal swelling in the injection area or across your lips at first, but once that subsides, you should not be able to feel the filler in your lips.
Light, soft, hyaluronic acid fillers, like Restylane®, give the lips the most natural and attractive look.
Yes, you can achieve natural results with hyaluronic acid fillers for lip augmentation. One syringe of filler split between your upper and lower lips should give you a subtle natural look that typically lasts 3-6 months.
Once the swelling has resolved, lips after filler injections generally don't feel any different than they did before, not even when you're kissing. Lips are still soft and natural. The person you are kissing won't know the difference either.
Because your lips will retain their natural texture and softness a few days after injected, your fillers cannot be felt by you or your partner when kissing!
Quality lip injectables mimic the lips' texture once they heal. After a few weeks, patients find that they aren't noticeable at all. Patients will still be able to enjoy the sensations of kissing, and it won't be different from before. People (including your partner) will also not notice the difference either.
Can you Kiss After Lip Filler? Kissing can apply a lot of pressure to the lips and increase risk of infection (there is a lot of bacteria in the mouth!), so it is best to avoid kissing for 48–72 hours after getting lip filler treatment.
Yes, lip fillers can give you a natural-looking result. Depending on what type of dermal filler you choose and the results you want, lip fillers can give you anywhere from a natural appearance to a celebrity-like pout.
The Good: Yes, lip fillers will change the shape of your smile. For a truly significant change to your smile, ask your doctor to inject the lip filler into the parentheses lines that can be found on either side of the mouth. This can help to fill in thinner smiles, and reduce the lines around the mouth.
The upper lip should be slightly larger than the lower lip with a gentle curve that peaks at what's called cupid's bow. The hinge of the upper lip comes in the form of the central philtrum that separates the two sides. Your upper teeth should also overlap the lower teeth by one millimeter.
Restylane Silk is the formula used for the lip area. According to their official website, Restylane Silk was the first lip filler approved by the FDA. It promises “silkier, smoother, natural-looking lips.” Restylane Silk can be used for both lip augmentation as well as smoothing out lip lines.
Done well, dermal filler can be absolutely amazing. It can make you look less tired, less sad, less saggy and more attractive. It can reshape your lips and restore hollows under your eyes. But some practitioners don't – or can't – keep their patients looking natural.
The Rule of Thirds: Top To Bottom Lip Ratio
Whether you want dramatic volume or an enhanced but natural-looking appearance, Kellie recommends following the rule of thirds. That is, the top lip should be 1/3 of your total lips and your bottom lip 2/3, but it will also depend on your natural shape.
This is because kissing can apply a lot of pressure to the lips and increase risk of infection due to the number of bacteria on lips. Therefore, it is best to avoid kissing for 48 hours afterwards – but that doesn't mean a soft peck isn't allowed!
don't use and exfoliating agent for 24 hours or any harsh cleaning brush. don't have a facial massage for at least two weeks. don't drink through a straw for the 1st day as this puts pressure on the lips. don't drink alcohol for at least 24 hours after you have had fillers.
How long do lip fillers last? Lip fillers typically last 12 to 18 months. However, it depends on your age and how fast your body breaks down calories into energy (metabolism). Younger people tend to burn calories faster, so lip fillers don't last as long.
While men don't always want to feel more feminine, they can appreciate how great a fuller lip can look. Men looking for lip fillers were most likely to mention Harry Styles, Brad Pitt, Channing Tatum, and Henry Cavill as their male celebrity “wish pics”.
Do not apply lipstick or any other makeup on and around your lips for 24 to 48 hours after the treatment.
What foods are ok to eat after lip fillers? As soon as your numbing cream has worn off, you are ok to eat as you normally would for the most part.
In short no, lip injections aren't painful. The procedure is generally pain-free. A topical numbing cream is applied to the injection sites prior to the procedure and reduces how much you feel. If you have any concerns about pain and discomfort, you can discuss this with your practitioner prior to the treatment.
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.
There are no limits to what a patient can eat after lip injections. The only thing to keep in mind is that most fillers contain a numbing medication to create a more painless procedure. Patients should wait until the numbing agent has worn off before eating after lip fillers.