It’s important to go into your lip filler appointment knowing what to expect. Lip injections, on average, take about 10-30 minutes to complete. A topical anesthetic will be applied to your lips prior to the start of your procedure to help mitigate any pain during the process. It usually takes between 15-30 minutes for the numbing to take place. Once it has, your provider will begin the actual lip filling process. During your procedure, your lip specialist will use a very thin needle to inject lip filler into targeted areas of your lips. The most commonly treated areas are the corners of your mouth, the edges of your lips (vermillion border), and the bow in the center of your upper lip (Cupid’s bow), however, the placement of your injections will always be discussed with you during your initial consultation. You can expect between 1 milliliter (mL) of lip filler to be used, with the injection never going any deeper than 2.5 millimeters (mm). To minimize any redness, swelling, and/or bruising during and after your procedure, an icepack may be applied to your lips. While the longevity of lip filler will vary from person to person, it typically lasts between 10-18 months. Regular top ups will need to be scheduled if you’d like to maintain your results over the long term. If you’re looking for a lip injection specialist, connect with us at Dr. Rahi. Our team is knowledgeable, experienced, and would love to help you achieve your aesthetic goals over the short and long term. Reach out to us today for more information about our lip filler services or book online to schedule an appointment at your earliest convenience. We serve patients from Beverly Hills CA, Culver City CA, Santa Monica CA, West Hollywood CA, Marina Del Rey CA, Inglewood CA, and surrounding areas.