Hyaluronic Acid Lip Fillers in Thessaloniki

Hyaluronic acid is a substance naturally present in the human body. In aesthetic medicine, specially formulated injectable materials (fillers) are used to add volume and shape selected areas.

For the lips, treatment may aim to:

• Add volume to thin lips.
• Define or enhance the lip contour.
• Improve the appearance of asymmetry.
• Restore volume that has diminished over time.

Whether any of these goals is achievable depends on the anatomy of the lips, the features of the face and the medical assessment.

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Before treatment, it is important to discuss exactly what the person would like to change.

Assessment includes examining the lips, their contour, their proportions in relation to the rest of the face and any asymmetry. Medical history and any previous aesthetic treatments are also considered.

The choice of filler and the amount used are not the same for everyone. More product does not necessarily mean a more appropriate result.

In some cases, the medical assessment may lead to a decision not to proceed with treatment or to consider a different approach.

The process begins by identifying the areas where filler treatment is being considered.

The area is then cleansed and, depending on the case, local anaesthesia may be used to reduce discomfort.

The filler is administered using an appropriate injection technique. The injection sites, material and quantity depend on the individual treatment plan.

The duration of the procedure varies from person to person. During the assessment, the proposed technique, potential discomfort and relevant information to consider beforehand can be discussed.

After hyaluronic acid lip filler treatment, you may experience:

• Swelling or local oedema.
• Redness and tenderness.
• Minor bruising.
• A temporary feeling of firmness or unevenness in the area.

These reactions often gradually subside, although their intensity and duration vary between individuals.

The appearance of the lips immediately after treatment is not necessarily the final result. Initial swelling may temporarily affect volume and symmetry. This is why the result should be assessed with the recovery process in mind.

Aftercare advice is given individually. In general, unnecessary pressure or rubbing of the treated area should be avoided unless different medical instructions have been provided.

Hyaluronic acid fillers usually produce a temporary result because the material is gradually broken down by the body.

How long the result lasts depends on factors such as the specific product, the treated area and individual characteristics.

The same duration therefore cannot be guaranteed for everyone. Anyone interested in maintaining the result can discuss with the doctor whether and when a follow-up assessment might be appropriate.

Although it is a non-surgical injectable treatment, lip filler treatment is a medical procedure and is not free of risks.

In addition to common temporary reactions, possible complications include infection, nodules, unwanted asymmetry and allergic or inflammatory reactions.

A rare but serious complication of injectable fillers is impaired blood supply caused by accidental injection of material into a blood vessel. This can lead to tissue damage; serious eye-related or neurological complications have also been reported following facial filler injections.

Unusual or severe pain, white, grey or blue discolouration of the skin, changes in vision or sudden neurological symptoms require immediate emergency medical assessment.

Before treatment, it is important to tell the doctor about allergies, previous fillers, medication, a history of cold sores and any active infections or other relevant health conditions.

Being fully informed and undergoing a medical assessment are essential steps before making a decision.