Lip fillers such as Juvéderm Vollure XC and RHAs are a type of soft tissue filler approved by the FDA that are used for lip enhancement.
Juvéderm Vollure XC and RHAs add several aesthetic qualities to the face and provides solutions to a patient’s cosmetic concerns. While these minimally invasive cosmetic injections are mostly safe, patients should consult a reputable plastic surgeon to determine if lip injections are right for them.
Dr. Paul E. Chasan, a board-certified plastic surgeon in San Diego, discusses the lip fillers Juvéderm Vollure XC and RHA, including what you should consider before getting lip augmentation in San Diego, the cost, and the before-and-after results of lip fillers.
Juvéderm Vollure XC and RHA are Hyaluronic Acid (HA) dermal fillers that increase volume in the lips resulting in a plumper, smoother mouth. According to a 2018 guide from The American Board of Cosmetic Surgery, “Hyaluronic acid is a naturally occurring substance that is already found in the skin.” Lip fillers are a minimally invasive procedure that poses few risks to the patient.
Genetics and age play a key role in the shape and size of your lips but with minimally invasive lip fillers like Juvéderm Vollure XC and RHAs, those with thin or wrinkled lips can achieve a more aesthetic and balanced mouth.
Lip fillers offer patients several cosmetic and practical benefits. A 2018 article published by WebMD states, “lip injections allow patients and plastic surgeons to control lip volume, patients can receive several treatments until the desired volume is achieved, and bumps dissolve easily.”
The average cost of Hyaluronic Acid lip fillers according to a guide from The American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery is $651 per treatment. Patients may need more than one treatment to achieve their desired volume. Non-Hyaluronic Acid fillers tend to last longer than other lip injections, making them more cost-efficient than similar options.
Before treatment, your provider will review your medical history, medications, allergies, and previous cosmetic treatments. It is also important to discuss any upcoming events, dental procedures, or other treatments that could affect the timing of your injections.
Patients with a history of cold sores should tell their provider before receiving lip injections. Because injections around the lips can potentially trigger an outbreak, your provider can discuss appropriate precautions and whether preventive medication is appropriate.
Lip fillers can be used to address certain types of lip asymmetry by adding volume strategically to one or both lips. During your consultation, your provider can evaluate your natural lip shape and discuss whether filler can create a better balance.
Your provider will give you specific instructions about when to resume makeup after treatment. Keeping the treated area clean and following your provider’s aftercare recommendations can help support a smooth recovery.
Your provider may recommend temporarily limiting strenuous exercise following lip filler treatment. The appropriate timeframe can depend on the extent of your injections and your individual recovery.
It is important to tell your injector about any upcoming dental work before scheduling lip filler. Dental procedures can involve manipulation of the lips and surrounding tissues, so your provider can help determine appropriate timing between treatments.
One benefit of hyaluronic acid fillers is that they can be treated with an enzyme called hyaluronidase when medically or cosmetically appropriate. If you are unhappy with your result or experience a complication, your provider can evaluate the treated area and discuss available options.
A follow-up appointment allows your provider to evaluate your results after the initial swelling has subsided and determine whether any additional treatment is appropriate. Your provider will recommend the appropriate timing based on your individual treatment and recovery.
