Are Lip Fillers Painful?

Many lip fillers are engineered with built-in numbing agents to make your session painless and stress-free. We can also numb your lips to enhance your peace of mind further. After lip fillers, you can use ice and over-the-counter painkillers to alleviate any mild soreness at the injection sites.

How Many Appointments Will I Need?

Lip filler results typically last 6-12 months. Once you notice your plump, full smile is looking thin again, we can perform a touch-up session at our state-of-the-art Cleveland clinics in Youngstown and Akron.

How Long Until I See Results?

Hyaluronic acid-based lip fillers immediately enhance volume and smoothness. However, as any mild swelling and bruising dissipate, your results will continue to improve over the coming week.

Can I Combine Lip Fillers with Other Procedures?

Yes! As a double-board-certified facial plastic surgeon, Dr. Gentile is a master of his craft. He performs a wide array of powerful cosmetic procedures and treatments to help you look and feel your best. During your private consultation, speak with our team to discuss a combined approach to your care.

What Are the Risks Associated with Lip Fillers?

Dr. Gentile and his team adhere to the most stringent safety standards, helping to minimize the likelihood of complications. Despite this, certain inherent risks exist with most aesthetic treatments, including dermal fillers. These risks include: Swelling Bruising Redness Infection Itching Lumps/bumps Allergic reactions to filler ingredients Reactivation of cold sores or herpes Filler migration Blood vessel injury

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Introduction

Introduction to Lip Fillers

Whether you were born with thin lips or you’ve noticed a decrease in lip volume due to the natural aging process, Cleveland lip fillers can restore a vibrant, youthful smile, enhancing your confidence and self-esteem. Our highly skilled aesthetic practitioners at Gentile Plastic Surgery in Akron and Youngstown, OH, focus on nuanced, elegant outcomes that rejuvenate and energize your look.

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What are
Lip Fillers?

Lip fillers are engineered with hyaluronic acid (HA), a biocompatible compound found naturally in the human body. HA is responsible for the skin’s supple, radiant glow, and when injected, can restore fullness and vitality to depleted lips. Lip fillers can also smooth vertical lip lines, correct asymmetry, enhance lip border definition, and restore the Cupid’s bow. With two convenient locations in Akron and Youngstown, our providers tailor your treatment to your unique anatomy, goals, and comfort levels, delivering a seamless and rewarding treatment experience from start to finish.

What are the
benefits of
Lip Fillers?

Lip fillers are performed with artistry and meticulous attention to detail by our trusted injectors at Gentile Plastic Surgery in the Cleveland area. Treatment comes with the following impressive benefits:

Safe, effective, and non-invasive
No downtime or discomfort
Quick 30-minute treatment
Patients can resume normal activities afterward
Results can last 6-12 months
Erases signs of aging
Restores healthy volume and suppleness
Smooths vertical lip lines
Enhances balance and symmetry
Sharpens the Cupid’s bow
Improves definition in the lip borders
Provides a more positive self-image

Who are the
best candidates
for Lip Fillers?

Undergoing lip filler injections makes obtaining a more attractive smile easy without downtime. Ideal candidates are healthy individuals with realistic expectations for their results based on a private consultation with our knowledgeable Cleveland-based team. Because most lip fillers are made with naturally occurring hyaluronic acid, allergic reactions to the treatment are rare. However, lip fillers are not appropriate for those with active oral infections or cold sores, bleeding disorders, or allergies to certain ingredients. Additionally, pregnant and nursing moms should avoid lip fillers for the time being.

What’s the
First Step?

To begin your journey toward a more vibrant and alluring smile, you will meet with our trusted providers at either our Akron or Youngstown practices, under the guidance of our double-board-certified facial plastic surgeon, Dr. Gentile. During this initial meeting, we will examine your lips, review your medical history, and listen carefully to your appearance goals. We will then create a customized treatment plan that restores a youthful, inviting smile.

Once your treatment date is scheduled, we will provide thorough preparation guidelines to help you maximize your treatment. Follow these simple tips for the best results:

Steer clear of alcohol for 24 hours before your session
Avoid using blood thinners and supplements for seven days before lip fillers
Make sure to schedule your appointment a few weeks before any important social events
On the day of your lip filler injections, don’t wear makeup or cosmetics

What to Expect
on the Day of
Lip Filler Treatment

Lip filler injections can be completed in just a few minutes, allowing you to quickly get back to work, school, shopping, or leisure. We strive to make your session as painless as possible, coating your lips with a topical anesthetic to maximize comfort and peace of mind. Many lip fillers also contain built-in lidocaine, which further reduces the risk of unpleasant sensations. Once your injection points have been meticulously mapped out, your provider will inject your filler strategically to create a plump, luscious smile that appears effortless and unforced.

Lip Fillers Recovery

There is no downtime or recovery to deal with after lip fillers. Patients are able to resume normal activities with minimal restrictions. It is common to experience mild side effects, such as swelling, bruising, and tenderness. These symptoms can last several weeks. Try not to place any pressure on your lips for the first 6 hours after your session, and avoid strenuous exercise for the first day. You can help to mitigate soreness by using ice packs or Arnica cream. Avoid drinking alcohol for at least 24 hours after lip fillers.

How much do
Lip Fillers
cost in Cleveland, OH?

The cost of lip fillers in Youngstown, Akron, and the greater Cleveland area can vary from patient to patient, depending on the number of units needed to achieve your vision of a rejuvenated smile. We strive to keep treatments affordable without sacrificing quality, safety, or integrity. After you complete your private consultation, we will offer you a customized price quote for services.

Why Choose
Gentile Plastic Surgery?

At his world-class Akron and Youngstown practices, Dr. Richard D. Gentile provides outstanding cosmetic results and a safety-oriented treatment experience. As a double-board-certified facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon, he is known for his commitment to staying ahead of the curve and acquiring the newest technology.

Dr. Gentile received his medical degree at the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine before pursuing graduate-level training at the elite Baylor College of Medicine. He served for over a decade as Director of the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care, Inc. in Skokie, Illinois, evidencing his passion for patient safety and longevity. Dr. Gentile is a prolific and accomplished author and lecturer who presents his innovative work across the country and the globe.

Outside of his practice, he provides critical reconstructive procedures pro bono for victims of domestic violence through the organization “Face to Face.”

Dermal Fillers FAQ’s

Dr. Gentile and his team adhere to the most stringent safety standards, helping to minimize the likelihood of complications. Despite this, certain inherent risks exist with most aesthetic treatments, including dermal fillers. These risks include:
- Swelling
- Bruising
- Redness
- Infection
- Itching
- Lumps/bumps
- Allergic reactions to filler ingredients
- Reactivation of cold sores or herpes
- Filler migration
- Blood vessel injury

Schedule a
Consultation

If you are interested in learning more about how dermal fillers can help you achieve a more radiant, supple complexion and enhanced self-confidence, contact us today to set up a private consultation. We are excited to speak with you and help you start on the path to a more refreshed and youthful appearance.