Lip Augmentation (Hyaluronic Acid)

Hyaluronic acid lip modelling to add subtle volume, improve symmetry and define the lip border, shaped to stay in proportion with the rest of the face. At AESTETICA the treatment is performed by a physician who plans the result with you, whether you want gentle hydration and a tidier border or a little more volume. A strong topical anaesthetic and filler containing lidocaine keep the procedure comfortable, and the result can be dissolved if you ever want to adjust it.

Lip augmentation uses soft, cross-linked hyaluronic acid filler to enhance the lips' shape, volume and border definition while keeping movement and proportion natural. The treatment begins with a discussion of your goals — more hydration and a cleaner outline, a modest increase in fullness, or correction of asymmetry — after which the physician recommends an appropriate amount and approach, often starting conservatively for first-time patients. A strong topical anaesthetic is applied, and because the filler products also contain lidocaine the procedure is generally well tolerated. The gel is placed with a fine needle or a blunt cannula and shaped by hand; results are visible immediately, though it is normal for the lips to swell for 24–48 hours and for small bruises to occur. The final shape becomes clear within one to two weeks once any swelling has settled. Hyaluronic acid lip filler typically lasts around six to nine months because the lips are mobile and metabolise filler relatively quickly, after which a top-up maintains the result. A key safety feature of hyaluronic acid is that it can be dissolved with hyaluronidase, so a result can be adjusted or reversed. Lip enhancement is for adults seeking subtle, balanced lips; it is not performed during pregnancy or breastfeeding or over active cold sores, and suitability is confirmed at consultation.