Why is there so much fear around lip filler?
The wish for hydrated, well-defined lips with balanced volume is one of the most frequent enquiries at Harmony by Agas. Even so, many patients arrive at our clinic in Coslada with one fear in common: “I don't want it to be obvious that I've had something done”.
Dr Ava Ardila always explains that the success of a lip filler lies not in the amount of product, but in the technique and the quality of the material. Today we are going to look closely at the science behind hyaluronic acid and dispel, one by one, the myths that stop you from having the smile you have always wanted.
Debunking the 5 most common myths
1. Lip filler always looks artificial or overdone
False. The “duck lips” look, or lips that are excessively projected, is usually the result of a poor choice of product or of a technique that does not respect the patient's anatomy. At Harmony by Agas, we use latest-generation hyaluronic acid that integrates perfectly into the tissue. Our aim is definition and natural eversion, bringing out the Cupid's bow without creating forced volume.
2. It is an extremely painful treatment
False. Although the lip is a sensitive area, aesthetic medicine has come a long way. High-end vials now include lidocaine (anaesthetic) in their formulation. On top of that, at our clinic we apply medical-grade topical anaesthetic so that the experience is practically painless and comfortable.
3. If I have it done once, I will have to keep having it done for life
True with nuance. Hyaluronic acid is a biocompatible substance that our body reabsorbs naturally over 6 to 12 months. Repeating the treatment is not compulsory, but most patients come back because they love the hydration and the youthful effect it gives. Best of all, because it stimulates your own collagen production, even once the product has gone the lip usually looks better than it did before you started.
4. Any type of filler will do for the lip area
False. Lips call for a specific density. The product used to fill a cheekbone is not the same as the one used to give plumpness to a lip. At Harmony by Agas, we choose the product according to your goal: to hydrate (without adding volume), to define the border, or to give a fuller structure.
Lumps or irregularities will appear after the injection
Avoidable. Nodules are usually linked to an incorrect injection technique or to careless aftercare. That is why it is vital to put yourself in the hands of experts such as Dr Ava Ardila, who carries out an integration massage after the application and books a review at 15 days to make sure the result is symmetrical and smooth.
Dr Ava Ardila's technique: harmony and safety in Coslada
Lola's case is more common than we think: a patient who comes to the clinic with migrated hyaluronic acid. Lola had stopped smiling because her lip looked split in two, with two small lumps of hyaluronic acid that had migrated into the lip mucosa. What did we do to give her back her confidence when smiling?
- We restored the shape of the lip by dissolving the accumulations of hyaluronic acid.
- We explained to the patient which treatment and technique we would use so that she could regain her confidence when smiling and have the result she was hoping for.
- We used a hyaluronic acid suited to the treatment, one that gives a result where the lip looks natural and enhances her beauty.
What to expect from your appointment at Harmony by Agas?
At our clinic in Madrid, the protocol is rigorous:
- Facial diagnosis: We analyse your proportions so that the lip is in harmony with your nose and chin.
- Personalised treatment: The application takes around 20-30 minutes.
- Follow-up: We give you aftercare guidelines (such as avoiding intense exercise or extreme heat for the first 24 hours).
Ready to take the step towards irresistible lips?
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