Lip filler is a non-surgical treatment used to improve lip shape, hydration, and overall facial balance.
What are lip filler injections?
This article explains what lip filler is, who it suits, key safety points, and what to expect before deciding.
Who is lip filler suitable for?
- People who want to adjust the shape of their lips to make them proportionate and look more beautiful.
- People whose lips lack moisture or has a deep groove
- People who have thinned their lips before and want to add thickness to their lips.
- People who want to correct the shape of their lips according to physiognomy beliefs.
- People who are starting to age And there are wrinkles on the lips. Lips are wrinkled, thin, atrophied, with no clear joints or ridges. Make your face look more young.
- Adjust the angle of the lips to match the shape of the side of the face and straight face.
Lip shapes that are popular and suitable for Thai people
As for lip shapes that are popular and suitable for Thai people, there are many to choose from. From the classic lip shape that emphasizes naturalness Korean lip shape, strait lip shape, and chestnut lip shape. Which must be said first. Filler injections to achieve the desired lip shape It depends on each person's lip shape and face shape as well. which people with thin lips Can be adjusted to inject in many styles.
However, if the patient has the desired lip shape, they can present it to the doctor who performs the procedure for evaluation. The doctor will evaluate the lip and facial shape of the patient before every injection. To recommend the lip shape that is most suitable for the patient's face shape.
Are lip filler injections dangerous?
The lips are an area that contains many capillaries. and is an area with relatively thin tissue make sensitive Lip filler injections therefore need to be injected by a skilled doctor and require extreme caution. To prevent blood clots from occurring. or hit the main blood vessel causing problems with filler blockage in the blood vessel until the lips becomes distorted or numb
For cases where you have had lip surgery before and want to inject lip filler. Must notify the doctor before injecting filler. So that doctors can be more careful when giving injections. Due to lip surgery It may cause some blood vessels to have scars, causing a blocked membrane. And there is a higher risk of filler blockage in the blood vessels than usual. In addition, cutting the lips It will cause the shape of the lips to be limited by the membrane. which generally massages the fascia And the laser softens the wound around the lips, which will make lip filler injections easier. It can be seen that lip filler injections are considered to be an area with a lot of blood vessels. But if injected by a doctor who has experience and expertise in lip filler injections Including being able to analyze the shape of the lips very well, swelling, bruising, and various side effects It will happen rarely. and is considered to be highly safe
Lip fillers vs lip surgery, which one should I choose?
Lip filler injections and lip surgery have different advantages and disadvantages as follows:
Pros and cons of lip filler injections
Strength
- Helps the lips look plump and adjusts the shape of the lips to be more proportional.
- Helps add moisture. Makes it possible to solve the problem of grooved lips, dry, cracked, and peeling lips very well.
- It is safe because the injected Hyaluronic Acid can break down naturally 100%.
- There is no need to recuperate.
- Results can be seen immediately after the procedure.
Weakness
- Results cannot be permanent. It can last up to 12 months depending on the individual.
Advantages and disadvantages of oral surgery
Strength
- Lips look thin and provide permanent results
Weakness
- If you don't like the shape, it can be difficult to change.
- If the doctor does not have enough expertise There may be side effects or surgery errors.
- It takes quite a long time to recover.
- There may be scars or membranes in the area of surgery.
- It takes approximately 3-6 months to see noticeable results.
Which brand of lip filler is good?
Because the lips are an area that is moved frequently, you should choose a filler brand that has high elasticity. It has good stability. and can be smooth with the texture of the lips. Drema Clinic recommends filler brands Juvederm, Restylane, Neuramis, Belotero, and Teoxane, each of which has different models suitable for lip filler injections as follows:
Juvederm filler
- Juvederm Ultra Plus Suitable for injecting areas that need to be very fluffy, such as the temples, cheeks, cheeks, chin, etc. Results from this type of filler injection can last for approximately 12 months.
- Juvederm Voluma is a version with a medium-hard, fluffy filler texture. Has large sized molecules It is also highly flexible. Suitable for injections under the eyes, cheeks, chin, and temples. Results from this filler injection can last for approximately 18 months.
- Juvederm Volite is a model with a fine filler texture. Popularly injected under the eyes or shallow skin. Suitable for people with thin skin, but not too much. It can also add moisture to the skin in the injection area. The results from this type of filler injection can last approximately 8-12 months.
- Juvederm Volift is a model with soft and fine filler texture, suitable for people with thin skin. Commonly used for injections under the eyes, cheeks, and corners of the lips that are not very deep. Or used for injection to capture details in the shallow cheek area. The results from this type of filler injection can last for approximately 12 months.
Restylane filler
- Restylane Vital Light has a small, fine texture and is soft. Created to inject into deep areas under the eyes, treat acne scars, large pores, and can be injected on the lips and superficial skin layers. Or inject to add moisture and restore radiance. The results last for 6-8 months. It is a filler that contains anesthetic ingredients.
- Restylane Volyme has a soft, fluffy texture, suitable for injections to fill deep wrinkles in the cheek area. and the betel nut stream, Cheam Taob, an area that has a wide area Results last for 18 months. It is a filler that contains anesthetic ingredients.
- Restylane Refyne is a flexible gel with a small molecule that helps solve small wrinkles in the cheeks, areola, and corners of the lips. Wrinkled skin results last for 8-12 months. It is a filler that contains anesthetic ingredients.
- Restylane Kysse is a fine-grained filler. High stability Suitable for injections in the lip area to adjust the shape of the lips. and add moisture to the lips Gives results that look natural The results last for 6-12 months. After the second CC injection, the results will last longer. The highlight is that it gives a pink color to the lips.
Neuramis filler
- Neuramis Deep Lidocaine has a medium viscosity gel texture, is full and easy to mold. and stabilizes well Suitable for injections around the chin, lips, cheeks, areola, under the eyes, temples, etc. You can say that it can be injected in many places. The results last for 6-8 months. If the lips are injected, they will have a plump shape. The disadvantage is that there will be a period of swelling for about 1 -2 weeks, but after the swelling subsides, the shape will set beautifully.
- Neuramis Volume Lidocaine has a viscous gel texture. And has the best stability among all 3 models. Suitable for injections in the chin, forehead, cheek groove, temples, facial frame, etc. It is an injection to replace the bone layer. Results last 12-24 months as the version contains 0.3% anesthetic.
Belotero filler
- Belotero Volume (purple box) has a hard texture, is highly flexible and stable. Suitable for deep subconjunctival bone augmentation injections. and lip injections to make the lips plump, the results last for 18 months.
How much do lip fillers cost?
The price of lip filler injections depends on the amount and brand of filler used. At Drema Clinic, the price starts at 6,800 for those interested in using the service. You can ask for additional details and promotions. Including coming in to have a doctor evaluate your skin condition at Drema Clinic free of charge.
- Juvederm Volift 15,000 baht/CC
- Juvederm Voluma price 16,000 baht/CC
- Juvederm Volite price 15,000 baht/CC
- Neuramis Deep Lidocaine price 6,800 baht/CC
- Restylane Vital Light price 13,500 baht/CC
- Restylane Refyne price 14,500 baht/CC
- Restylane Volyme price 14,500 baht/CC
- Restylane Kysse price 15,000 baht/CC
- Belotero Volume price 12,000 baht/CC
*This depends on the promotion of each period.
FAQ: Collection of frequently asked questions about lip filler injections.
1. Do lip filler injections hurt?
Because of the lip area It is a very fragile tissue. As a result, there may be a slight pain during the procedure. But it is considered pain that can be tolerated. The doctor will apply anesthetic before the injection to reduce the pain. Which will hurt more or less? It depends on the number of times the needle is inserted into the lip. and the thickness of each person's lips
At Drema Clinic, there is a specific anesthetic injection technique that causes less swelling, no bruising, and less pain and long-lasting numbness. The doctor will clearly plan the filler injection first. Makes the insertion of the needle as little as possible. cause bruising and the least amount of trauma For clients with a history of swelling and bruising easily The doctor will prescribe additional medicine to reduce bruising.
2. Can I use lip filler injections?
After injecting lip filler, you can apply lipstick. After 24 hours after injecting filler, you can apply lipstick normally. But you should avoid lipstick that is difficult to wash off. This is because in the beginning there may be swelling and inflammation from the needle. Washing or rubbing vigorously may cause irritation, infection, or movement of the filler.
3. How long do lip filler injections last?
Results from lip filler injections will last approximately 6-12 months, depending on how you take care of yourself after lip filler injection. Including the model and brand used for injection.
4. Can I get lip filler injections while lying on my side?
After lip filler injection, you can lie on your side as usual.
5. How to inject lip filler and brush your teeth?
During the first 1-2 days after lip filler injection It is recommended to brush your teeth with a soft-bristled brush and brush gently using cool water. You should also avoid brushing your teeth in the area where the filler was injected. And you should rinse with water several times. After 2 days you can brush your teeth normally. By brushing gently and use dental floss normally
6. What is the perfect degree of lip filler?
The golden ratio of the lips to the chin is starting at the distance between the bottom of the nose and the upper lip, which is counted as 1/3, and from the lower lip to the chin as 2/3. The golden ratio of the lips is The ratio of upper lip to lower lip is 1:1.68. Each race has different preferences. Westerners will like a ratio of 1:2, they like lips that are full and full, without bumps. Asians will like a ratio of 1:1.1 and 1:1 will like lips that are thinner. Mostly teenagers and those starting to work like large mouths. than middle-aged people and above
Don't know where to get lip filler injections? Stop by for a free consultation at Drema Clinic.
And this is all the information about lip filler injections that Drema Clinic has gathered in this article. This information should be useful to those who are still hesitating or deciding to get lip filler injections. This is important to ensure that the results from lip filler injections are as desired. And there are no unwanted side effects. Choosing a clinic that has standards and injects by expert doctors. Finally, if you still don't know where to get lip filler injections? To be safe and get the desired results You can stop by for a consultation and have your lips evaluated by a doctor at Drema Clinic free of charge.
At Drema Clinic, it is a clinic that uses only genuine fillers. Every case is provided and closely supervised by Dr. Pun or Dr. Punyanan Bunchaya, doctors and executives of Drema Clinic, specialized skin and laser doctors. They also have experience in taking care of over 20,000 cases over a period of more than 7 years. All doctors at Drema Clinic are experienced laser dermatologists.