Lip Filler in Burlington

Lip filler and Botox are both injectable treatments with anti-aging properties. While they do have some similarities, they work in very different ways.

At Cosmedica Aesthetics, we use lip filler in Burlington to shape, enhance, and add volume to the lips. It softens lip lines and refines the look of the lips for a fuller appearance. We use Teoysal’s RHA filler, which is also hydrating to the lips.

Botox, on the other hand, is a neuromodulator that temporarily relaxes the muscles in the face. This reduces the appearance of wrinkles in the forehead and around the eyes. Botox treats dynamic wrinkles on the face, wrinkles that appear when we make expressions then fade, like crow’s feet.

If you are hesitant to add volume but would like your lines softened, we can use a very fine filler product and deposit small amounts to create a glossy, dewy appearance without altering the lip size. This is also very popular right now since looking “natural” is in!

Yes, following pre-care instructions are an important part of treatment. To make sure you achieve the best possible outcome from treatment, we recommend the following:

• Do not have dental procedures during the 15 days preceding any face injection.
• Avoid taking aspirin, anti-inflammatories, anticoagulants and vitamins C and E during the week before injection. If you take this type of medication, ask your provider for advice on stopping it temporarily.
• Do not drink alcohol or participate in any sports for 24 hours before the injection.
• If you have sensitive skin and want to prevent bruises from developing, you can take arnica. We will provide some for you on the day of treatment.

During a lip filler treatment, you should expect to receive the best care. Our patients find lip injections to be almost totally painless. Our highly skilled nurse injectors will complete your treatment in under an hour. Lip fillers produce immediate results. After about 2 days of slight swelling and bruising, you’ll see fuller lips with enhanced volume.

Yes, you may want to take some downtime after treatment. While side effects vary from client to client, you can anticipate some swelling and bruising. For this reason, we provide arnica to reduce swelling and pain.

It can take around 1 week for the swelling to go down completely. If you experience any discomfort, you can use ice packs for 15 to 30 minutes at a time several times per day. We also recommend you avoid blood thinners, consuming alcohol 2 days after treatment, and physical exertion.

Yes! When you get lip filler in Burlington, we can create customized plans with additional treatments. One of our nurse injectors can make recommendations as we go over your goals and concerns during the consultation. We can also discuss any and all questions you may have about other treatments and how they work with your lip filler injection.

Lip fillers typically last 6 to 18 months, depending on the type of filler used and how your body responds to the treatment. Because the mouth is one of the more active parts of your face, the filler tends to break down quicker than in other areas.