Lip Filler Treatment

Natural-looking results depend entirely on the injector's aesthetic judgment, technique, and the amount of filler used. Dr. Bangalee's philosophy is always proportion-appropriate results — he will never recommend more filler than your facial anatomy can naturally support.

Topical anaesthetic cream is applied for 15 minutes before treatment, and modern lip fillers contain lidocaine (anaesthetic) in the syringe.

Typically 6–12 months.

Hyaluronic acid filler can usually be dissolved using the enzyme hyaluronidase (Hyalase), with the effect generally seen within 24–48 hours. More than one session is sometimes needed, and hyaluronidase carries its own risks including allergic reaction, so it is given after assessment. Reversibility is nevertheless a genuine advantage of HA filler over permanent lip augmentation methods.

Lip filler adds volume using hyaluronic acid. A lip flip uses a very small amount of Botulinum Toxin injected into the orbicularis oris muscle around the upper lip, causing it to slightly evert (flip outward) — giving the illusion of a fuller upper lip border without actually adding volume. A lip flip lasts 3 - 6 Months.

Yes — thin lips are one of the most common indications for lip filler. Natural anatomy is always respected — Dr. Bangalee will not create a result that looks disproportionate to your facial structure. For naturally thin lips, we recommend starting with 0.5–1ml and building gradually over 1–2 sessions.

Avoid blood-thinning medications and supplements (aspirin, ibuprofen, fish oil, vitamin E, and alcohol) for 48–72 hours before treatment to minimise bruising risk. If you have a history of cold sores (HSV-1), inform Dr. Bangalee — you may need antiviral prophylaxis before lip filler treatment.

Duck lips (disproportionate, overfilled lips) are generally the result of too much filler, placement that does not follow the patient's anatomy, or an unsuitable product. An anatomy-based approach and conservative dosing, as Dr. Bangalee uses, are intended to reduce that risk, though no technique removes it entirely. The result is reviewed and built up gradually rather than in one sitting where more volume is wanted.

Yes and no. Lip filler adds volume that can push out fine perioral (around the mouth) lines from within. For deeper, more established lip lines, a combination of lip filler for volume and small amounts of botulinum toxin for the vertical lines is often the more effective approach. Dr. Bangalee frequently combines these in the same session.

You must be 18 or older for cosmetic injectable treatments in South Africa. Dr. Bangalee does not treat patients under 18. We request valid ID for all first-time patients.