How long do lip fillers last on first timers? Risks? Minimizing pain?

Usually, Juvederm lasts about 6 months in the lips.  But everyone is a bit different.  Swelling, bruising, and sometimes lumps and bumps can develop.  However, most of the time these are all very short lived problems.  Pain is generally well tolerated.  But, nerve blocks can be performed if necessary.

Hi there! Many thanks for your question...How long does juverderm last on people who first get their lips done? This depends on the product used and quantity. Personally I use the juvederm vycross range. A lovely soft and natural looking lip plump with 0.5ml should last around 6-9 months. I tend to grade treatments so 2 x 0.5ml sessions over this period. The results last longer this way. What are the risks to lip fillers and are they common? Complications are very much dependant on the experience of the injector, product used and quantity once again. Expect around 15-20% of the initial results over 48hours to be mild swelling/bruising which is the most common side effect. Asymmetry which is most common with lips which naturally are different on either side can be corrected, however this is rare. And is there any way to minimize the pain?Make sure topical local anaesthetic such as EMLA is applied and left on for around 10-15 minutes. This will ensure the procedure is as pain free as possible. Otherwise dental block is a possibility however this is rarely good with use of a strong topical local anaesthetic which I personally find more effective. Hope this helps!Best wishes,Dr Rupert

Hi Jenny. Usually lip filler can last between 6 months to 1 year. Each person is different and in come cases they may last less, or longer, but these are rare. The main risks of lip fillers are injection related and include swelling, bruising, lumps, asymmetry, etc. There are several techniques that help minimize the discomfort during the injections. Having an experienced injector perform the fillers will help minimize risks and make the whole process more comfortable. Lip injections are an art and knowledge of anatomy, choosing the right filler, injecting the right amount, and using proper injection technique are crucial in getting an optimal result. Make sure you feel comfortable with your injector. Hope this helps answer your question.