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Deep Diving Into How Long Lip Fillers Last
Thin lips or wrinkles around the mouth are common concerns that can cause individuals to seek out treatments. Lip fillers can be an effective way to plump up the lips, enhance lip shape, define the edges of the lips, improve symmetry, and resolve lip lines.
At ReVive RX Med Spa, we offer lip augmentation services to help balance the size and shape of your lips using non-invasive techniques. While not permanent, lip augmentation can provide long-lasting results for busy patients who don’t want to schedule frequent treatments. However, the longevity of results can depend on your body, your injector, and several other factors that we will explore below.
What Are Lip Fillers?
Lip fillers are products that are injected into the lips to restore volume after the loss of skin elasticity or fat pads in the lips. Injectors can use lip fillers to add subtle volume to thin lips, to improve lip shape, and to correct irregularities. At our med spa, we focus on treatments that accentuate your natural beauty and fit with your overall facial structure.
What Are the Different Types of Lip Fillers?
Most lip fillers are hyaluronic acid lip fillers. These fillers are made from a synthetic form of hyaluronic acid which behaves identically to the HA found in your skin and joints. We use several different HA fillers at our med spa.
Revanesse® Lips™+
Revanesse Lips+ is a type of HA lip injection that is made using unique cross-linking technology. This cross-linking allows the filler to plump lips without making them look or feel unnatural. With Revanesse Lips, you can still have natural movement in your lips while you talk. This product also contains lidocaine to help make treatments more comfortable as they progress.
Restylane® Silk
Restylane Silk is a lip filler treatment that can help you have smooth and silky lips. This lip filler treatment is FDA-approved for lip augmentation and it can also help to address wrinkles around the mouth. Because of its smaller HA particles, it can treat even the finest wrinkles while still allowing your lips to look natural.
Restylane Kysse™
Restylane Kysse is a filler that is made using XpresHAn Technology™. This cross-linking technology allows the filler to integrate more smoothly with the tissue in your lips which can give the product more flexibility and allow for natural-looking movement. It can also provide more structure and longevity.
How Long Do Lip Fillers Last?
After being injected, the hyaluronic acid in your lip filler can eventually dissolve through natural processes in the body. Depending on the filler that your injector uses, your lip augmentation results could last anywhere from 6 to 12 months. The longevity of your treatment can also be impacted by several different factors.
Factors That Can Affect Lip Filler Longevity
The Type of Filler
Every filler has a different projected lifespan in the lips. The type of filler that you and your doctor choose will impact your results so it can be helpful to have a consultation and talk about all of the different options available.
The Experience of Your Injector
An experienced injector can extend the longevity of your treatment by injecting the proper amount at the correct depths. It is important to find medical professionals who perform many lip augmentations each week and who have good credentials and a solid reputation.
Your Body and Metabolism
Internal factors in your own body can shorten or lengthen the lifespan of your lip fillers. Some individuals have a faster metabolism which can lead to fillers dissolving more quickly than in other people.
Lifestyle Habits
Some lifestyle habits can decrease the length of your results. Smoking or spending a lot of time in the sun can lead to a faster breakdown of lip filler. Other factors such as high-stress levels, vigorous exercise, and a poor diet can contribute to shorter results.
How to Increase the Longevity of Your Lip Fillers
Follow Proper Lip Filler Aftercare
Aftercare following your appointment can affect the longevity of your hyaluronic acid lip filler treatment. Your doctor will give you some aftercare instructions which you can follow to the best of your ability. You may be advised to avoid touching your lips for a certain amount of time after treatments. Additional aftercare instructions may include wearing chapstick with sunscreen if you go outside, staying away from harsh products, and applying ice to your lips to keep down the swelling.
Take Care of Your Body and Your Skin
Taking care of your body through a healthy and active lifestyle can improve the results of your fillers and help them to last longer. Make sure to get plenty of rest, eat a healthy diet, and take care of your skin by using high-quality cleansers, sunscreen, and moisturizers.
Schedule Touch-Ups
If you find that the results of your lip filler treatment are beginning to fade, you can schedule additional appointments for lip injections to touch up your treatment. You can set up appointments every 6-12 months depending on the type of filler that is used in your lips.
Minimize Activities That May Shorten Lip Filler Lifespan
You can minimize certain activities that can lead to the early breakdown of lip fillers such as alcohol consumption, smoking, sun exposure, facial massages, or touching or rubbing the lips too often. With proper care of your lips, you can continue enjoying lips that have a plump and natural-looking appearance.
Lip Filler Consultations in Kansas City, MO
If you are interested in augmenting your lips with hyaluronic acid fillers, you can contact us and schedule a consultation. At ReVive RX Med Spa in Kansas City, MO, we can find a product that will produce beautiful and long-lasting results that align with your aesthetic goals. Call us today or schedule a consultation online.
