Full, symmetrical lips are almost a universal trend. Those with naturally smaller lips who desire fuller lips often turn to lip fillers. But be warned, haste makes waste. In this blog, we discuss how lip fillers work for people with narrow lips, how filler migration can be prevented, and how jawline botox can have an optical effect on the lips.
How to prevent lip filler migration
A common concern with lip fillers is filler migration. This is when the filler moves outside the border of the lips, creating an unnatural effect. In most cases, this happens when too much filler is placed in a single session. To prevent this, gradually building up volume is essential to achieve beautiful, full lips. Too large a quantity of filler creates greater pressure on the surrounding tissue, causing it to shift. With subtler amounts of filler, this pressure is lower, allowing the tissue to absorb the filler better. This helps it stay in place more effectively. What you can do yourself to prevent migration is simply follow the aftercare instructions provided by your doctor.
Natural lip filler: the solution for narrow lips and migration
If you have naturally small lips, the idea of lip fillers can be appealing. It's a relatively accessible cosmetic procedure, often with beautiful results. Beforehand, it's important to set realistic goals and to consider which shape and volume best suit your face. By being mindful of this, you can avoid an unnatural look. Furthermore, it's important to have the filler injected according to the natural shape of your lips. This preserves the harmony of the face. The type of filler the cosmetic doctor uses is also important for achieving a natural result. Some variants are intended to provide more volume, while others focus more on accentuating the natural contours. For smaller lips, it's best to choose a softer filler to gradually build volume.
Accentuating lips with face slimming botox
Besides lip fillers, masseter botox can be an interesting option for people who want their lips to stand out more. The masseter muscle is responsible for chewing and can sometimes lead to a wider jawline. When the lower part of the face is wide, the lips may appear less prominent. By addressing the width of the jaw, the lips will thus pop out more. This face slimming botox works by relaxing the muscle, causing it to narrow. This creates a softer, more V-shaped silhouette. This narrower shape optically enhances the effect of the lip filler. A nice bonus for those who clench their teeth; this will also significantly decrease due to the botox's effect. In that case, it's a win-win situation.
I have migrated lip filler, what now?
Migrated lip filler is not the end of the world. When we treat filler migration at The Body Clinic, we often opt for dissolving the filler. Dissolving filler can be done with a few small injections, and afterward, we can beautifully and naturally refill the lips.
Do you want lip fillers or are you experiencing filler migration? Book a free consultation with one of our cosmetic doctors. Together, we'll see what we can do for you. If you want to dissolve your lip filler, that's also possible. Check our pricelist for the costs of dissolving fillers with Hyalase.
After studying Medicine at the University of Leuven (2015), Hugo further specialized in plastic surgery in the hospitals of Apeldoorn and Nijmegen. Cosmetic surgery, in particular, caught his attention – he is especially drawn to goal-oriented and practical action. Hugo has extensive experience with injectable treatments (more than 5,000 treatments) and specializes in upper eyelid correction (more than 1,500 operations). **Fresh and natural – without it being noticeable** "The combination of minor surgery and injectable treatments makes cosmetic medicine a wonderful profession where small procedures can make someone feel fresh and revitalized again. I listen to my clients' wishes but always maintain an overview of the overall picture – so that the face remains balanced. Because it's not about perfecting one zone, but about creating harmony throughout the entire face. Together we look at how we can achieve the most natural refreshment possible without it being obvious. My goal? That you look fresh without your surroundings realizing a treatment has taken place. That, for me, is the sign of a successful treatment." **Background & specialization** With his background in plastic surgery and his specialization in cosmetic procedures, Hugo combines surgical precision with an artistic eye for balance and harmony. His experience of more than 5,000 injectable treatments and 1,500 upper eyelid corrections makes him a versatile specialist within cosmetic medicine.
