After a consultation numbing cream is applied to the lips. Once this has taken effect the filler is placed in selected areas to achieve ideal proportions and increase volume.

One hour is allocated to the procedure.  Time is spent in the appointment carefully cleaning and disinfecting the skin and for clinical photographs to be taken.

Lips can be one of the more sensitive areas of the face and this is why numbing cream is applied prior to the procedure.  The filler itself also contains a local anaesthetic making this a well tolerated procedure.

Results are instant.  It is important to note that there will be swelling and in some cases this can take a week or two to settle completely.  Swelling is usually the most the following day and so you should bear this in mind when planning a treatment.

Results usually last 1 year if not longer.  Over time the filler gradually breaks down and the result will fade.  At this point the treatment can be repeated.

Swelling is the most common which is usually short-lived but in some can take 1-2 weeks to settle.  There is also a risk of bruising. Arnica tablets or gel can speed up the healing time.  If you are prone to cold-sores there is a risk of an eruption and you will be advised to take some prophylactic anti-viral medication at your consultation.  There are also some very rare complications such as vascular occlusion and this is something which is discussed in detail at your consultation.

Aftercare is very important to Dr Sabba so a four-week follow-up is arranged for all patients in order to review the final result.

Treatment starts from £550