Lip fillers typically last between 6 to 12 months, depending on the type of filler used, the area treated, and individual factors like metabolism and lifestyle habits.

Common side effects include temporary swelling, bruising, redness, or tenderness at the injection site. Rare risks include lumps, infections, or asymmetry. Choosing a qualified and experienced injector can minimise these risks.

When done by a skilled injector, lip fillers can enhance your natural shape and create a subtle, more defined look.

No, lip fillers are not permanent, and the effects gradually fade as the filler is absorbed by the body. However, the natural shape and volume of your lips may be subtly altered with repeated treatments over time.

Yes, lip fillers can improve the symmetry of your lips. If one side of your lips is smaller or uneven compared to the other, fillers can be used to balance them out, giving you a more harmonious appearance.

No, we do not offer half-syringe treatments. Our lip filler comes in 1ml syringes, and once the seal is broken, the filler is no longer sterile. Because the product is exposed to air after opening, it can no longer be safely stored or reused for another patient. This is to ensure the safety and hygiene of the procedure. If you feel you need less than a full syringe, we recommend discussing your goals with your injector to determine the best approach.

For safety and effectiveness, we don’t split syringes of filler between patients. Each syringe is designed for single-patient use to maintain sterility and prevent contamination. Sharing filler can increase the risk of infection and other serious complications.

Yes, you may not be suitable for lip enhancement if you have any of the following:

• Previous allergic reaction to dermal filler or any of its components (e.g., lidocaine, hyaluronic acid)
• History of anaphylaxis to bee or wasp stings
• Active skin infections or inflammation near the treatment site
• History of permanent fillers or facial implants
• Pregnancy or breastfeeding (treatment only after 6 weeks cessation)
• History of keloid or hypertrophic scarring
• Unstable autoimmune disorders
• Recent cough, cold, flu, or infection (2–3 week waiting period recommended)
• Recent dental procedures (within 4 weeks of treatment) including our Teeth Whitening
• Recent vaccinations (within 2 weeks of treatment)

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

Juvederm: Juvederm Ultra™ & Juvederm Ultra Plus™ are medical devices Class III for the filling of medium size and deep facial wrinkles by injection into the skin and for creating definition and volume in the lips. Contains 24mg/mL cross-linked hyaluronic acid. Juvederm has risks and benefits. Cautions: Use in an area that has been treated with another dermal filler, people with autoimmune disease, or who are pregnant, breastfeeding, under 18 years of age or have an increased susceptibility to keloid formation and hypertrophic scarring. People on blood thinning medicines.

Possible side effects: injection site inflammatory reactions (redness/swelling, itching/pain on pressure) induration or nodules; discolouration; weak filling effect. If you have side effects or concerns speak to your doctor. Product and treatment costs will apply.

Note: Juvederm treatment lasts about 12-24 months.

For product information check with your doctor or product information at Allergan (NZ) Limited, Auckland.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

Teyosal: TEOSYAL RHA® 1, TEOSYAL RHA® 2, TEOSYAL RHA® 3, TEOSYAL RHA® 4, TEOSYAL® PURESENSE REDENSITY 1, TEOSYAL® PURESENSE REDENSITY 2, TEOSYAL PURESENSE KISS®, TEOSYAL® PURESENSE GLOBAL ACTION, TEOSYAL® PURESENSE DEEP LINES, TEOSYAL® PURESENSE ULTIMATE and TEOSYAL® PURESENSE ULTRA DEEP TEOSYAL KISS®, RHA KISS®, TEOSYAL® MESO, TEOSYAL® GLOBAL ACTION, TEOSYAL® DEEP LINES, TEOSYAL® ULTIMATE and TEOSYAL® ULTRA DEEP are trademarks of the firm TEOXANE SA. These products are gel that contains hyaluronic acid, and 0.3% by weight of lidocaine hydrochloride. They are class III medical devices. Caution for people on blood thinning medicines.

Local side effects: inflammatory reactions (redness, oedema, pain at the point of injection), haematomas, itching, temporary loss of sensitivity around the injected area, disorders of pigmentation in skin and hair, abscesses, indurations, nodules (possibly granulomas).

General manifestations: immediate hypersensitivity up to anaphylactic shock, migration of the implant. Rare but serious adverse events associated with the intravascular injection of soft tissue fillers in the face have been reported and include temporary or permanent vision impairment or blindness, skin necrosis and stroke.

Lasts 9 -12 months.

Please consult your doctor pharmacist for more information. Please refer to instructions for use, local distributor. Healthcare Logistics, Auckland.