CONSULTATION
Assessment of your lips, face and goals
Facial Aesthetics • Balwyn North
Lip Volume Consultation
Lip shape is about more than volume.
Your lips are assessed in relation to your facial proportions, natural shape and surrounding features. Consultation gives us time to understand your concerns, discuss what you would like to change and consider options appropriate to your individual anatomy.
Suitability and treatment options are determined following individual clinical assessment.
YOUR ASSESSMENT
Considering lip volume? We assess your lips and facial balance first.
Lip volume treatment is individually planned following an assessment of your lip shape, facial proportions and the concerns you want to address. Treatment is not recommended without a consultation first.
Lip shape
Natural proportions and shape of your lips
Facial balance
How the lips relate to your overall facial features
Existing volume
Current lip volume, symmetry and any previous treatment
Your concerns
What you want to address and what outcome you are hoping for
Suitability
Whether lip treatment is appropriate for your individual situation
Risks
Possible complications and what to expect
LIP VOLUME, AT A GLANCE
Lip volume.
Individual treatment planned following assessment of your lips, facial features and the outcome you are hoping to achieve.
MEDICAL HISTORY
Health, medicines and previous treatments reviewed
INDIVIDUAL PLAN
Treatment planned to suit your features and goals
CONSENT
Risks, expectations and your agreement discussed
THE TREATMENT
Discussed in detail at your appointment
WHAT TO EXPECT
Swelling, bruising and the recovery period
REVIEW APPOINTMENT
Assessing the result after treatment has settled
LONGEVITY
Duration varies; maintenance discussed at review
Regulatory guidelines govern how lip volume treatment can be described publicly. The product, technique, expected outcome and risks will all be explained in full at your consultation before any treatment is agreed.
LIP VOLUME TREATMENT
What happens at your appointment.
Lip volume treatment is planned individually following assessment. Here is what to expect from start to finish.
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Consultation & history
We discuss your goals, review your medical history and ask about previous treatments and any medicines you take.
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Lip & facial assessment
We assess your lips, facial proportions and balance to understand your starting point and what may be appropriate for you.
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Plan & consent
We explain the proposed treatment, product, expected outcome and risks. Nothing proceeds without your full understanding and agreement.
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Treatment
The procedure is carried out at your appointment. The technique will be fully explained at your consultation — regulatory guidelines prevent us from describing it in detail here.
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Aftercare & review
We explain what to expect in the days following treatment and schedule a review to assess the result once swelling has settled.
Individual Anatomy
Lip shape is different for every face.
Lip Consultation
Lip shape is about more than volume.
Shape, proportion, movement and the surrounding facial structures all contribute to how the lips appear.
We consider the lips, smile, dental support and surrounding facial proportions in the context of your individual face.
At A Glance
Four things that influence how lips look.
Shape
Curves, borders & contours
Proportion
Upper & lower lip relationship
Movement
Lips at rest & during smiling
Support
Teeth & surrounding structures
The Consultation
We look at the lips in context.
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FaceOverall facial proportions
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SmileTeeth & dental support
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LipsShape, balance & movement
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YouGoals, history & suitability
Lip Shape & Proportion
What makes one lip shape different from another?
The lips don't exist in isolation.
Their appearance is influenced by individual anatomy, the teeth underneath them, facial proportions, movement and changes that occur over time.
Individual Anatomy
Lip shape is part of the whole face.
During assessment, the lips are considered together with the smile, teeth and surrounding facial features. This provides more context than assessing lip size alone.
Why Lips Look Different
Several features contribute to what we see.
COMMON QUESTIONS
Lip volume FAQ.
What happens at a lip consultation?
We assess your lips, facial proportions, smile and surrounding structures, and discuss your concerns, goals and relevant health history. We will explain the options that may be appropriate, what is involved, the expected outcome and the risks before you make any decision.
You are not required to proceed with treatment at a consultation.
Is lip treatment suitable for everyone?
No. Suitability depends on your individual anatomy, health history, previous treatments and what you are hoping to achieve. Some patients are not suitable candidates, or may be better served by a different approach.
This is why assessment comes before any recommendation.
What should I expect after treatment?
Swelling, bruising and temporary tenderness in the treated area are common and usually settle within one to two weeks. The final appearance of the lips should be assessed once initial swelling has resolved.
We will give you specific aftercare instructions at your appointment and ask you to return for a review.
How long does the result last?
This varies between individuals and depends on the product used, the area treated, your metabolism and lifestyle factors. Results are not permanent.
We will give you a more specific indication of expected duration at your consultation once your individual situation has been assessed.
Is the treatment painful?
Our treatment usually takes place with full dental anaesthesia, making the procedure very comfortable. We discuss comfort options at your consultation and take steps to minimise discomfort during the procedure. Some tenderness in the area is normal after treatment and usually settles within a few days.
Can I have treatment if I have had lip volume treatment elsewhere?
This really depends upon you and your goals. Previous treatment is an important part of your consultation. We need to know what products have been used, how much was placed and how recently. In some situations, an assessment of the existing filler may be recommended before new treatment is considered.
What are the risks of lip treatment?
Common effects include temporary swelling, bruising, tenderness and asymmetry. Less common but potentially serious complications include vascular occlusion, infection and tissue injury.
All risks relevant to the proposed procedure will be discussed in full at your consultation before you are asked to consent.
Why can't I find more detail about the treatment on this page?
Regulatory guidelines in Australia govern how certain cosmetic treatments can be described and advertised online. This means we are unable to provide specific product names, technique details or outcome claims on this page.
Your treating practitioner will explain everything you need to know in full at your consultation.
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