- Lip Fillers performed by fully-trained medical professionals
- Natural looking filler results
- Add more volume into the lips and improve lip definition
What’s on this page
- About this Treatment
- Before & Afters
- What to Expect
- FAQs
- Our Clinics
- Why the Private Clinic
- Meet the Experts
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Medically reviewed by Lorcan Sheppard BSc MBBS FRCA, Chief Medical Officer for The Private Clinic of Harley Street, London.
Last Reviewed April 4th 2024
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Lip Fillers
Dermal lip filler treatment or lip augmentation can add extra lip volume, plumpness and definition to the lips enhancing the shape of the mouth.
- Thin lips due to genetics or age due to loss of collagen can be enhanced
- Smokers lines above the lips can be reduced or softened
- A voluminous pout can be achieved with a dermal lip treatment
- A natural lip line can be achieved so less lip pencil is needed
At The Private Clinic, our specialist medical team will advise you on the best lip filler options for what you are hoping to achieve. We’ve treated thousands of patients and have many years of experience.
Our Dermal lip filler treatment is available at our expert skin clinics located in London Harley Street, Birmingham, Buckinghamshire, Northampton and Bournemouth.
Treatment is only performed by highly qualified and trained doctors, nurses or surgeons here at The Private Clinic to ensure that you only receive the best lip filler results.
The minimum legal age for a cosmetic filler is 18 years old. We do not provide treatments to anyone under 18 years old at The Private Clinic and we may ask for ID at the time of your appointment.
What are the benefits of Dermal Lip Filler
- We can add more volume into the lips and increase the fullness of thin lips
- We can improve lip definition
- Can create a more defined smile
- We can create a more defined smile
- We can help you achieve a more youthful, rejuvenated appearance
- Fills fine lines (smokers lines / lipstick lines) around the mouth
We also offer Lip Lift procedures. This is ideal for those who are looking to add definition and height to lip. The surgical procedure reduces the area between the nose and top lip. Find out more here.
Lip Fillers at a glance
Procedure Time
30 mins
Downtime
24 – 48 hours
Final Results
2 weeks
No. of Treatments
Patient dependant
Results last
4 – 13 months
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Lip Filler Before & After
Take a look at our Before and After photos to see our dermal lip filler results.
What to Expect
The Private Clinic has been treating patients for over 40 years with thousands of people placing their trust in us each year. We pride ourselves on being able to offer a personalised service. We have a team of friendly nurses and expert surgeons who understand the importance of this decision and will support you throughout your journey with us.
Lip Filler Consultation
Our medical practitioner will discuss what type of lip shape you want and what lip shape can be achieved.
Dermal lip filler treatment involves injecting into your lips or surrounding borders a solution that contains Hyaluronic Acid. This helps to define the natural lip shape and restore volume and fullness.
The amount of filler used will depend on the look that you want to achieve. We pride ourselves on providing patients will natural looking filler results.
At The Private Clinic, we only use the highest quality brand of temporary fillers Including Teoxane® and Juvederm® from reputable manufacturers such as Galderma and Allergan who are known for their superior standards. To speak to our medical experts about lip filler click here.
Lip Filler Treatment
If you choose to have numbing cream applied before your lip filler treatment this will be applied ahead of your procedure. Once ready, hyaluronic acid-based dermal fillers which are a smooth gel will then be injected into the treatment area by our fully-trained medical professionals.
There are different treatment options for dermal lip filler which include;
- Upper lip
- Lower lip
- Vermillion border/lip line filler
- Oral commissures/lip corners
- Vertical lines/smokers’ lines
- Philtral columns
- Cupids bow
After your Lip Filler Treatment
The results from dermal lip filler are instant however swelling and redness are very common after treatment but these will usually subside within a week.
There is not much downtime associated with dermal lip filler. You may have swelling or bruising post-treatment but many patients return to work after treatment.
We advise that you avoid strenuous exercise for 4-6 hours, avoid touching your face for 6 hours including applying make-up, minimise your sun exposure and protect yourself with SPF.
The best option is to book a consultation at one of our clinics local to you.
Frequently Asked Questions
Lip filler is a dermal filler treatment for the lips. It can add volume to the lips, correct any unevenness in the lips, smooth out fine lines around the mouth and define the lip shape and border. Lip filler at The Private Clinic are only performed by our fully-trained medical professionals and we only use the highest quality brand of temporary fillers meaning you are in the safe hands to achieve the best results.
Click here to book a consultation to find out more.
Dermal lip fillers are made out of a substance that naturally occurs in the skin called Hyaluronic Acid (HA). HA is found in many beauty products and creams as it is an effective way to boost volume and hydrate the skin. Here at The Private Clinic we only use the highest quality brand of temporary fillers and do not use permanent lip fillers at any of our clinics.
To find out more about dermal lip fillers click here to make a consultation.
Before your treatment you will usually have a topical anaesthetic applied to the lip area prior to your procedure taking place. Once numb, you will have dermal filler injected at precise locations into your lips and skin. The doctor, nurse or surgeon will then massage the area to help smooth the filler. At the end of the procedure you will be given a mirror so you can see the results after treatment.
You will then be given post-treatment instructions to follow. Results from dermal lip filler are immediate and can last from 6-12 months.
The majority of dermal fillers include added in anaesthetic which can make the treatment relatively pain free. In most cases we apply topical anaesthetic to the area prior to treatment to make it more comfortable. Discomfort levels will depend on your own pain tolerance, your practitioner’s technique and the areas being treated.
At The Private Clinic your comfort is our priority so we will do everything possible to make your lip filler treatment as pain free as possible. If you are concerned we do recommend coming in to see us for a consultation to discuss lip filler in more detail.
At The Private Clinic we only use fillers made from hyaluronic acid which will then be biodegraded naturally and safely over a period of time. We have a very high level of satisfaction for using this type of filler for lip enhancement.
For lip enhancement, we most commonly used Teoxane® or Juvederm® fillers.
Teoxane RHA3® is an ideal filler for giving fuller and more pronounced volume to the lips. It performs best in the most dynamic areas of the face such as the lips without looking stiff or unnatural.Teoxane’s RHA® range of dermal fillers have won multiple awards for their unique properties
Juvederm® Volbella is very effective at providing an all round treatment for the lips. It can restore volume in a natural looking way as well addressing any perioral / smoker lines around the mouth. Its smooth, gel-like consistency is ideal for creating a natural feel and look of the lips.
Juvederm® Smile is another great filler that is specifically designed for use in the lips to create smooth and natural results.
Our expert medical professionals will be able to discuss what type of dermal filler is best for you.
To speak to a medical expert about lip filler click here.
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Why Choose The Private Clinic
- Expert medical practitioners with years of experience.
- State of the art medical facilities, all registered by the CQC (Care Quality Commission).
- Our innovative treatment choice means you will be offered the most advanced minimally invasive treatment options.
- When it comes to non-surgical treatments we always strive to give you little to no downtime, so you can get back to enjoying life.
Meet our Medical Experts
Lip filler enhancement should only be performed by an experienced specialist. At The Private Clinic, you will only be treated by registered and experienced nurses, doctor or surgeons who have undergone extensive training. We only offer tried and tested, fully approved medical products produced by worldwide, renowned manufacturers, such as Allergan.
AESTHETIC DOCTOR
GMC Number: 6073046
London Harley Street
INDEPENDENT NURSE PRESCRIBER
NMC, INP
Birmingham
COSMETIC DOCTOR
MBBS, MSc (Aesth Med), MBCAM.
GMC Number: 6146269
London Harley Street
