You will have a face to face consultation with Dr. Aguilar to explain your expectations and be advised by Dr. Aguilar. The day of the treatment numbing cream can be applied and Dr. Aguilar will inject small quantities of lip filler into the border or body of your lips depending on the desired effect..

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Dermal fillers made of hyaluronic acid (HA), are a gel based formula similar to the natural hyaluronic acid in the body. Hyaluronic acid is responsible for giving skin its smooth and full appearance. Injecting this gel into your lips restores volume, reduce wrinkles and give a fuller appearance.

• Your lips have always been thin.

• Your lips disappear when you smile.

• If you have wrinkles around the lips - when you smile or laugh, wrinkles sometimes develop on the sides of your mouth.

• Your lips have lost volume or definition and you wish to ​restore a previous lip size - as you age, your lips may get smaller or thinner, your philtrum (the groove between your upper lip and septum) may get longer and flatter and the distance between the corners of your mouth (intercommissural distance) may increase.

• Fuller lips would help balance out your face

• Correcting the shape of your lips. It’s common for your lips to be different sizes or shapes (asymmetrical).

• Boosting confidence - lip fillers can help improve your self-esteem and body image.

The procedure typically takes about 30 minutes, which includes applying numbing cream to the lips to ensure comfort.

You’ll see immediate results in lip fullness and shape. Swelling or bruising may occur initially but usually subsides within a few days (up to 7 days). Results for lip fillers usually last 6-12 months, depending on individual metabolism, the amount used, and how your lips are cared for. We recommend repeating the treatment every 6-8 months to maintain results.

Dr. Aguilar aims for natural-looking enhancement. The goal is to balance the lips with the rest of the face, maintain harmony and avoid exaggeration. Correct volume, proportional shape, and precise application are priorities.

Because the lips are a very sensitive area, some patients do experience mild discomfort during treatment. To minimise this, a topical anaesthetic (numbing cream) can be applied before injections to reduce sensitivity or perform dental block.Most people describe the feeling as a brief stinging or pressure rather than pain. Dr. Aguilar takes every step to ensure you are as comfortable as possible throughout the procedure.

You may experience swelling, bruising, or redness for a few days—up to about 7 days in some cases. Recovery is generally quick; most people are comfortable returning to normal daily activities soon after treatment. Ice packs, gentle care, and avoiding strenuous activity or bending forward help speed recovery.

Before your appointment, you’ll have a free consultation with Dr. Aguilar to discuss your goals, health history, and possible outcomes. It’s important to disclose any allergies, bleeding disorders, medications, or previous lip treatments. Avoid alcohol, blood-thinning supplements,aspirin and certain medications (if advised) to reduce risk of bruising.

Common side effects include temporary swelling, redness, bruising, tenderness, or slight asymmetry, which usually resolve within days. More serious complications are rare, especially when treatment is performed using approved fillers by an experienced medical practitioner like Dr Aguilar.

Lip enhancement with dermal fillers may be suitable if you want to improve the appearance, balance, or definition of your lips. This can include naturally thin lips, lips that appear to disappear when smiling, or lips that have lost volume or definition with age. Wrinkles or fine lines around the mouth, changes in the philtrum, or widening of the corners of the mouth can also be addressed. Many patients seek treatment to correct asymmetry, enhance facial proportions, or simply to feel more confident with a refreshed, natural-looking appearance.

Lip filler treatment is not recommended if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, have active skin infections around the mouth, or have certain medical conditions that affect healing. It may also not be the right choice if you are seeking a very exaggerated result, as Dr. Aguilar’s focus is always on safe, natural-looking enhancements that maintain harmony with your facial features. Your suitability will always be carefully assessed during your consultation.