With any treatment, it’s understandable to fear its side-effects. It’s better to be safe than sorry. Since many people are getting lip fillers these days, they try to find out any associated risks with it.
What Are the Risks of Getting Lip Fillers?
Before getting to know lip filler risks, you need to know the ingredient that is injected into the lips for augmentation. Hyaluronic acid is an ingredient that is naturally produced by the body. It is abundantly found in the skin and keeps the tissues moisturised through its water-binding capacity. It’s also found in the eyes and joints. By incorporating this ingredient into skincare, many companies seek to market their products as hydrating. However, that’s just the way hyaluronic acid works. It is also used in lip fillers to create a plumpy look.
The ingredient isn’t harmful. However, it can cause an allergic reaction. Before you get the lip fillers, our surgeons will make sure to discuss all the lip filler risks with you. Some potential risks include asymmetry, bruising, bleeding, potential scarring, lumps, skin redness, rash, or under or over-correction of wrinkles.
It can help smooth out the fine lines and wrinkles on your face. It can even make your skin feel smooth and hydrated after injection. The same will happen in the case of lip fillers. Sometimes people seek lip fillers to smooth the vertical lines on their lips as these lines can hinder the smooth application of lipsticks or other lip products. However, after having lip fillers, you can have smooth, soft, and plump lips.
Why Do My Lips Look So Big After Getting Lip Fillers?
After getting lip fillers, many people experience temporary swelling. The injection can make your lips bruise and bleed, which is why they become swollen. Moreover, the hyaluronic acid is also binding itself to water molecules making your lips plumper than before.
It will take around 2 weeks for the swelling to go away. After this, you can start enjoying the results of your procedure. You shouldn’t worry about the swelling. It can make your lips far bigger than your desired size, but it’s only temporary.
Almost 3-4 days after getting lip fillers, the bruises and lumps may start forming on your lips. They will go away on their own after a week. You’ll need to wait for at least a week or two before seeing the results. Keep in mind that if the swelling persists longer than for a couple of weeks, there might be a problem. In this case, immediately contact the doctor.
How Can I Take Care of My Lip Fillers?
During the first few days, you need to be careful around your lip area. Do not put any products on it or rub anything. Make sure to drink water and avoid eating salty foods as it can worsen the swelling.
Sleeping with your head elevated can also help reduce the swelling. You can try to pat ice cubes on your lips but only after wrapping them in a cloth.
Remember that your lips fillers will only last for 9-12 months. You need to get them again if you want to maintain the same look on your lips.