Possible Complications After Lip Augmentation – What to Expect

Types of Complications After Lip Augmentation

The risk of unwanted consequences from lip augmentation is extremely low—about 5%. Despite this, no specialist can predict an individual patient's reaction to the injections. Learn more about the different types of complications below!

Pain. It inevitably occurs when any foreign substance, including filler, is injected under the skin. It is important to understand that modern lip augmentation products contain lidocaine, so the discomfort will be minimal. For those with a low pain threshold, it can be further minimized by asking the doctor to additionally apply local anesthesia.

Swelling. Usually, swelling after lip augmentation disappears within a few days, and this is normal. However, if the swelling is abnormally large and persists for a long time, a specialist should determine the cause and start special therapy.

Hematomas. Small bruises after lip augmentation are also normal. They occur because the pressure in the tissues temporarily increases due to damage to blood vessels. Usually, such hematomas do not cause significant discomfort and disappear within a week. Complications arise from neglecting post-procedure restrictions, which the doctor informs you about in advance.

Allergy. Previously, a negative reaction of the body to the substance was a common phenomenon. However, modern fillers are well purified, and their composition is maximally identical to the composition of hyaluronic acid synthesized by the human body. Now, allergy is an impossible phenomenon, but there is a nuance. The nuance we are talking about can only occur when using low-quality fillers and those that do not meet European and international quality standards.

To avoid unwanted consequences, such as lumps after lip augmentation, you can choose a qualified specialist with higher medical education. Doctors at the "LeoDerm" clinic use the most popular products among leading specialists, which have Ukrainian and international certification and are recognized as safe for health: 

• Juvederm 
• Belotero

It is important to know the dangers of lip augmentation with non-certified gel. In the best case scenario, it may dissolve abnormally quickly, which is unlikely, and in the worst case, it can permanently ruin the lips' original appearance, cause migration into other tissues, lumping, swelling that does not subside. Before the procedure, ask the cosmetic doctor for the quality certificate of the chosen filler, and check its expiration date. Poor-quality product is the main contraindication for lip augmentation.

The Tyndall Effect. Bruises often become a significant obstacle on the way to achieving the desired lip augmentation. Their appearance is caused by improper injection technique into the subcutaneous adipose tissue, when the substance affects blood and lymphatic vessels. As in the previous case, it is important for the patient to choose a good specialist here as well.

Product Migration. The filler migrates when a person disregards the restrictions discussed with the specialist beforehand, as well as when there are active muscles around the mouth. Additionally, a sudden and improper change in "location" may be due to incorrect injection—either too deep (resulting in contour distortion) or too superficial (causing irregularities, bumps). Asymmetry and lumps after lip augmentation can be eliminated with injections that break them down. It is essential to remember that when dissolving the filler, if there are impurities in uncertified products that cannot be removed by injections, surgical intervention may be necessary.

In conclusion, to avoid any complications, from lumps after lip augmentation to the appearance of dangerous granulomas, it is important first and foremost to choose a qualified specialist and select the optimal product. You can undergo high-quality lip contouring without negative consequences at the LeoDerm Medical Center in Lviv. We only employ specialists with higher medical education. Consultation appointments can be scheduled using the phone numbers provided on the main page of our website. Let's make your dream lips quickly and efficiently!