Lip volume procedures are non-surgical treatments designed to increase lip volume, improve lip shape, add definition (such as the cupid’s bow), correct symmetry, and reduce the appearance of fine lines around the lips.
The most common type of filler used is hyaluronic acid (HA), a naturally-occurring substance in the body that holds water and provides plumpness. HA fillers are favored because they tend to have a good safety profile, are reversible, and offer flexible, customisable results. However, Lip volume procedures are temporary, usually lasting 6 to 12 months.
Fuller lips, more defined edges & improved lip-outline.
Can balance uneven lips (where one side is thinner than the other)
Lip volume can fill in lip lines and refine texture.
HA fillers attract moisture, which can make lips feel softer & more hydrated.
Because it’s non-surgical, recovery is faster; most people resume normal activities soon after
Quick sessions with little to no interruption to daily life.
While Lip volume treatments are relatively safe when done by a qualified & experienced practitioner using approved products. However, there are possible risks and side effects. Common side effects may include:
Swelling, redness, bruising or tenderness around the lips, usually lasting a few days.
Minor bleeding or discomfort at treatment sites.
Small lumps or unevenness, although these usually resolve over days or weeks.
Infection, if sterility is not maintained.
Allergic reactions, which are rare.
Overfilling leading to unnatural shape, stiffness, or difficulty in lip movement.
Any concerns following the treatment should be discussed promptly with the practitioner.
The Lip Volume procedure generally includes the following steps:
Your practitioner, Linda, will assess your lips and facial anatomy, discuss what you want, and outcomes (shape, volume, definition), review medical history (including allergy history), procedure and set realistic expectations. If you decide to proceed, the area will be cleaned using aseptic technique and then a high-grade numbing cream over your lips for 10 minutes.
For the treatment you will be laying down with your head at a 45-degree angle. Using a very fine needle to inject the filler into the treatment areas. The amount of filler, depth and placement depend on your anatomy and goals. Discomfort is very minor, short and ends when the treatment ends. A single session usually lasts 30 minutes, although it may vary.
Once the treatment is over you will be able to return work. There will be some swelling and we advise the following:
Lip volume tend to be suitable for people who:
Want to improve thin lips or restore lost fullness due to ageing.
Seek more definition (outline, shape) to their lips.
Want correction of asymmetry between upper and lower lip.
Are in generally good health, with realistic expectations about what can be achieved.
Lip volume is not suitable for people who:
Pregnant or breastfeeding
Have a history of allergy to any filler component.
Tendency to develop cold sores (herpes simplex) around the lips
Have bleeding disorders, or taking medications that increase bleeding risk
Poor skin condition or infections in the lip area at time of treatment.
Linda Carnovale
Linda Carnovale is a Registered Nurse with over 30 years of experience. As well as being a busy loving Mum, Linda has served as an ICU and Critical Care Nurse for most of her professional life. With her Advanced Clinical Knowledge + Strong Communication Skills, Linda moved her focus to the Cosmetic Industry. This is where Linda really found her calling, with her deep knowledge and her love of helping her patients find their confidence again, Linda is able to create beautiful natural-looking results through her extensive cosmetic and facial anatomy knowledge.
Linda’s initial training is through Global Leader “The American Board of Aesthetic Medicine”. Linda is passionate about providing the best and latest technologies to her clients, she has recently further advanced her knowledge into the PDO Mono Dermal Threading and Complete Facial Rejuvenation Training 2021. Forging a new path in anti-aging treatments, this exciting treatment stimulates collagen and elastin giving customers a more youthful natural result at the fraction of the cost of a face lift.
Elevate Your Natural Beauty
Where you find us
LAB Skin Clinic
202-212 Military Road,
1 Neutral Bay, North Sydney, NSW, 2089
Phone: 0458 706 785
Email: linda@replenishco.com.au