What not to do after lip augmentation - safety precautions for patients

Benefits of the procedure

Lip augmentation with filler has several clear advantages:

1. The procedure is quick - it only takes about 30 minutes;
2. the effect is immediate, the visual transformation is visible immediately;
3. there is no rehabilitation period, no special restorative measures either (sometimes there is slight swelling, which goes away quite quickly);
4. suitable for people of any age;
5. the effect lasts for a long period.

Despite the apparent simplicity of the procedure, it can only be performed by a qualified specialist. It is unacceptable to do this at home or trust your health to untested medical professionals.

Why inject her?

After 25 years, the human body produces less hyaluronic acid, and by the age of 50 its amount decreases by half. This affects the skin, so many women resort to the services of cosmetologists and perform procedures that involve injections of the substance into different areas of the face. Cosmetologists actively use acid to correct the shape of the face and improve the shape of the lips. It should be noted that manipulations must be done in special clinics and by highly qualified specialists. This will reduce the risk of infection (after all, the procedure is invasive) and side effects.

Hyaluronic acid injections are used for:

• correcting the shape of the mouth;
• eliminating lip asymmetry;
• lip augmentation;
• changes in lip contour, uneven pigmentation, dryness, wrinkles;
• correction of the corners of the mouth (drooped edges give a tired and older appearance to the face).

Hyaluronic acid is also injected into the lips to correct scars after injuries and eliminate postoperative scars.

Indications for lip contouring

Contour plastic surgery is used for various reasons. Some have already been mentioned above. The main indication is the correction of age-related changes. The procedure allows you to even out wrinkles and folds of the lips, fill in areas where there is not enough subcutaneous fat. The second indication is the desire to make the smile more attractive and the lips visually more “juicy.”

Contour plastic surgery is also indicated in cases where it is necessary:

• disguise scars;
• change the contours of the mouth due to the changed shape of the nose;
• solve psychological problems caused by dissatisfaction with one’s own appearance.

Myth fifth. The procedure is quite affordable and can be done for pennies.

In fact, you always need to weigh the pros and cons. In any intervention, it is necessary to evaluate the qualifications of the surgeon or cosmetologist, as well as the drugs that are used. “Lip procedures are really not cheap. If we are talking about a high-quality procedure, then we need to use good drugs, and they are usually made in Europe or America. In this regard, they are not cheap to purchase in themselves. Hence the price for the procedure, which cannot be low. Plus, the price also includes the service of a specialist who has invested certain resources in training. The high level of the specialist means that all his procedures will be more expensive,” notes the plastic surgeon. This means that if you come across an offer to make lips literally on your knees and at a price of “a thousand,” you should avoid such options. Because here is precisely the probability that all the myths described above will become not myths at all, but a harsh reality.

There are contraindications, you should consult your doctor

Absolute contraindications

This cosmetic procedure has its contraindications; you should absolutely not resort to filler injections into the lips when you have:

• individual intolerance to the components of the drug;
• pregnancy;
• acute infectious diseases;
• decompensated diabetes mellitus;
• exacerbation of autoimmune or chronic diseases;
• infectious processes in the procedure area, including exacerbation of acne;
• inflammatory processes in the procedure area;
• fillers based on polymer or unknown nature in the injection area.

Efficiency

Subcutaneous injection of hyaluronic acid allows you to achieve instant results: the lip tissues are “pumped up” with a dense substance from the inside. Pumped lips look impressive: the skin is smoothed, sagging tissues are lifted. By varying the amount of substance and using different injection techniques, you can achieve completely different external results.

Gels based on hyaluronic acid have not only mechanical efficiency. The active substance is endowed with the property of attracting water. This helps to normalize disturbed hydrobalance, moisturize dry skin, and improve its quality.

The presence of a foreign substance in the tissues in the form of a filler with hyaluronic acid helps to activate local metabolism. Metabolic and regenerative processes are accelerated. The work of fibroblasts is stimulated. Your own elastin and collagen begin to be produced faster. Lip tissues are renewed and strengthened.

Relative contraindications

In addition to undoubted contraindications, there are relative ones. It is important to discuss all these points with your doctor. Relative prohibitions include:

• oncological diseases;
• recent chemical, laser or mechanical peelings (if the skin has not yet fully recovered, the specialist will suggest postponing the next procedure);
• tendency to the appearance of keloid scars;
• menstruation (poor health and increased sensitivity to irritating factors are a reason to reschedule the procedure);
• taking anticoagulants;
• decreased function of the thyroid gland in the stage of decompensation;
• thyrotoxicosis.

Myth four. When intervening under the skin in such a delicate area, there can be many complications

Complications are what both patients and doctors themselves fear with any disease or intervention. “This myth also directly concerns the doctor’s specialization and the quality of drugs. If the drug is of high quality and high quality, then there will never be any serious complications,” says Danila Lupin.

In addition, to avoid any problems after the intervention, the patient himself should take a number of measures to avoid consequences. “It all depends on the patient, how much he will follow the doctor’s recommendations. And only the comprehensive work of the doctor and the patient is important for rehabilitation after this procedure,” notes the plastic surgeon.

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Lip contouring procedure

Lip contouring with fillers is performed on an outpatient basis according to a standard algorithm.

1. Application of light external anesthesia, which is designed to minimize pain.
2. Injection of the selected drug subcutaneously into the correction area using a microneedle.
3. Carrying out a light massage to evenly distribute the filler under the skin.

Immediately after the procedure, lips become fuller, moisturized, and beautiful. The slight swelling will go away in a few hours.

Proper lip care

In the first week after the injections, you must carefully follow all the instructions of the specialist and carefully take care of your skin. Recommendations after lip augmentation are minimal and are divided into two main groups: drug support and light massage.

Medicines

In the first days after the procedure, the chipped area will be very painful. It is allowed to take painkillers that do not have a wound-healing effect. These include Paracetamol. If necessary, you can use antibiotics, since they do not affect the fillers, and therefore do not affect the result of the correction.

To prevent the spread of swelling and reduce pain, cold compresses are allowed. They can be applied no more than 2-3 times a day for 10 minutes.

Every day, the chipped area should be wiped with Chlorhexidine, after which a wound-healing cream, for example Bepanten, is applied. It is distributed on the skin in a greasy layer, after which the excess is blotted with a napkin.

Massage and gymnastics

On the 3-4th day, you should start doing a special massage, which will be shown by the specialist who performed the lip augmentation procedure. This technique promotes the natural distribution of hyaluron under the skin and breaks up the “lumps” that may form at the puncture sites.

You need to massage in circular, smooth and light movements. Do not pinch, stretch or press the skin, as too much pressure on the peri-labial area will lead to the opposite result.

Massage before bedtime is carried out for no more than 2 minutes. For additional moisturizing and softening, you can pre-apply Vaseline oil to your lips.

Also, after plastic surgery, you need to do certain facial exercises every day for 10-15 minutes:

• stretch your lips with a tube and stretch them into a smile;
• move closed lips to the sides;
• Taking air , slowly release it through the narrow gap between your lips.

These exercises will help you quickly restore the damaged area and get the desired volume without defects. At the same time, it is important not to forget that you cannot open your mouth wide, actively grimace or smile.

Experts recommend enduring this period, using minimal care and monitoring your condition. At the slightest sign of complications, you should seek help from a specialist. This way you can avoid serious complications.

Preparations for lip augmentation

In cosmetology clinics, various preparations containing concentrated hyaluronic acid are used to increase lip volume. High-quality and time-tested among them are: Surgiderm 30ХР and Juvederm Ultra.

Surgiderm 30ХР

The preparations are based on hyaluronic acid of non-animal origin. It is characterized by increased viscosity and is suitable for solving aesthetic and age-related problems. Features of the compositions:

• high biocompatibility (does not cause allergies or rejection);
• strength of intermolecular bonds (suitable for sculpting);
• convenient format (available in the form of disposable syringes).

Surgiderm 30ХР is used to correct lips, fill wrinkles on the forehead and between the eyebrows, and smooth out nasolabial folds.

Juvederm Ultra 3

Juvederm Ultra 3 is the gold standard in lip contouring. Manufacturer: American company Allergan. Features of the product include painless injection under the skin, since the drug contains lidocaine, long-lasting effect, ease of uniform distribution.

What not to do

• Do not use lip cosmetics for several days. After injections, wounds remain on the lips that cannot be covered. Any creams, balms, or lipsticks will block air access, and the healing process will be delayed.
• It is contraindicated to visit the bathhouse, sauna and solarium for the first 10-14 days. Hyaluronic acid will begin to dissolve faster when exposed to high temperatures.
• For the first few days, it is not recommended to kiss or lick your lips. Bacteria transmitted through kissing can easily penetrate wounds and cause infection. Such actions also lead to peeling of the lips and can deform the gel, which will lead to its improper distribution.
• You should give up intense physical activity for 10-14 days. During sports, blood rushes to the face, resulting in severe swelling in the lip area. Training also speeds up metabolism, so the gel will dissolve faster, and the sweat produced will prevent wounds from healing.

• You should not tattoo your lips after lip augmentation. The tattoo lasts for several years, but the effect of the injection lasts no more than a year. As soon as the lips decrease in volume, tattooing will emphasize the asymmetry.
• For 12-14 days you should not sleep with your face on the pillow. You run the risk of waking up with lips of different thicknesses, as the uneven pressure that will be applied to the mouth area will cause the lips to change shape. After two weeks, the connective tissue will be fully formed and you will be able to sleep comfortably on your stomach.
• During the first week, you should not drink hot drinks or alcohol. Alcohol is very drying, and the leather will lack fluid, so it will begin to crack. And hot drinks will quickly dissolve the gel.
• You should also avoid cosmetics containing alcohol.
• Peeling and scrubbing should not be done for two weeks. Such procedures will scratch the skin and introduce infection into the wounds, cause swelling in the lip area, and the healing process will slow down.

• Try to limit your facial expressions and avoid touching your face with your hands so that the gel is distributed evenly.
• During the first week, do not take medications that thin the blood, such as ibuprofen or aspirin. These drugs will greatly increase swelling and cause poor healing. If you feel unwell, take paracetamol.
• Smokers should give up cigarettes for a couple of days. Smoking during the first 24 hours after the procedure will interfere with rapid tissue healing.

Post-operative recovery lasts only a couple of weeks. Two weeks after the lip augmentation procedure, you can safely return to your usual lifestyle and not be afraid of side effects.

Preparation immediately before the procedure

Immediately before lip contouring, no special preparation is required. On the day of the procedure it is recommended:

• refrain from physical activity;
• give up alcohol;
• reduce caffeine consumption.

It is important to consult with a specialist in advance; you can also study reviews about the drug being administered.

Contouring gives excellent, long-term results without surgery. Today she is one of the leaders in the cosmetology services market. To maintain the desired effect, injections are sufficient 1-2 times a year.

Cosmetic procedures are contraindicated during pregnancy and lactation.

What else can affect the longevity of hyaluronic acid treatment?

The durability of fillers is influenced by six main factors, mainly:

• Type of drug administered and its density
  . The thicker the drug, the longer it lasts. At the same time, it should be noted that not every thick drug can be administered everywhere, since the densest drugs are administered periosteally.
• The place where the drug is located in the tissue
  . The best example is the tear trough; this is the area where fillers last the longest.
• Patient's genetic condition
  . Many years of practice show that there is no strict time frame that would allow one to accurately determine how long a patient will retain hyaluronic acid.
• Life style
  . It is also of great importance, since the hormonal factor, the activity of emotions, etc. depend on this. – all this affects the metabolism of fillers.
• Age
  . In young people, the duration of treatment with hyaluronic acid is shorter, but the drug stays at the injection site much better.
• Stimulants.
  They affect the quality of the skin, as well as the metabolism of hyaluronic acid.

Unfortunately, the effect after the introduction of hyaluronic acid has certain limits, so the procedure must be repeated. On the other hand, this is a great advantage, which makes it possible to adjust the results.

But if we enlarge the lips or inject fillers in another area and repeat the procedure regularly, this needs to be done less and less over time. Provided, of course, that the procedures are not delayed so much that the acid completely decomposes.

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