Lip Augmentation (Hyaluronic Acid)

Lip augmentation uses soft, cross-linked hyaluronic-acid filler to enhance the volume, shape and border definition of the lips while keeping movement and proportion natural. At Rivendell Clinic the session starts with a conversation about what you would like — better hydration and a defined outline, a little more volume, or correction of asymmetry — and the physician recommends a volume to match, often starting conservatively for first-time patients.

A topical anaesthetic is applied and most lip fillers also contain lidocaine, so 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 lips commonly swell for 24–48 hours and small bruises can occur before the final shape settles over one to two weeks. Hyaluronic-acid lip filler is typically associated with a duration of around six to nine months, as…