Lip Filler (Hyaluronic Acid)

Lip filler uses hyaluronic acid gel to add subtle volume, improve symmetry and define the border of the lips, tailored to keep the result balanced with the rest of the face. Offered as part of InDent's in-house aesthetic-medicine service alongside its dental smile work, it is delivered with attention to natural proportions. A topical anaesthetic is used for comfort, results are visible immediately, and a clinician reviews suitability beforehand.

Lip enhancement with hyaluronic acid is a popular aesthetic-medicine treatment in which a soft, cross-linked gel is placed into and around the lips to add gentle volume, refine shape, improve symmetry and define the lip border. Hyaluronic acid is a substance the body produces naturally; the gels used are designed to integrate softly with lip tissue and to draw in water, which is associated with a hydrated, fuller look. Offered within InDent's in-house aesthetic-medicine service, lip treatment can complement the clinic's dental smile work so the lips frame the teeth in proportion. Treatment begins with a discussion of your goals, after which a strong topical anaesthetic is applied; the filler products themselves usually contain lidocaine for added comfort. The gel is placed with a fine needle or a blunt cannula and shaped by hand, with the clinician working conservatively to keep the result natural and balanced. Results are visible immediately, though it is normal for the lips to swell for a day or two and for small bruises to occur, with the final shape settling over one to two weeks. Hyaluronic acid lip filler is temporary — it is gradually broken down by the body over a number of months — and a key safety feature is that it can be dissolved if you wish to adjust or reverse the result. Lip enhancement is for adults seeking subtle, proportionate lips; it is not performed during pregnancy or breastfeeding or over active cold sores, and suitability and expectations are reviewed before treatment.