Why does herpes occur after lip augmentation and how to avoid it

Lip augmentation is a cosmetic procedure that can create fuller, plumper lips.

These days, injectable dermal filler is the most commonly used method of lip augmentation.

There are many types of dermal fillers that can be injected into the lips and around the mouth. But the most common fillers today are products containing substances similar to hyaluronic acid. Hyaluronic acid is a natural substance found in the body. Helps increase lip volume.

These types of dermal fillers are sometimes called "hyaluronic acid fillers."

• Collagen, once the most common dermal filler, is used less and less today. The new options are safer and the effects last longer.
• Fat injections and implants are another way to plump your lips. But they are not used as often today because results vary and there is a greater risk of side effects.

Increased lip volume

These days, the trend is expressive eyes, sharp cheekbones, a neat nose and sensual lips.
Nature rewards us each with something of its own. Fortunately, cosmetic medicine has come a long way and gives us the opportunity to correct our appearance and face. The all-consuming fashion for plump lips appeared not so long ago. Experts note that it is now approaching the peak of popularity. Each of us has the opportunity to have lip augmentation using hyaluronic acid without surgery. It is believed that men involuntarily often pay attention to the expressiveness of their lips. If you know that your hair is soft and plump, this is a great incentive to feel seductive and attractive. The lip augmentation procedure with hyaluron will give them the necessary volume and help you feel confident in yourself and your beauty. Even your smile will change for the better.

If you ask what is the correct name for lip augmentation, they will tell you different options: contouring, shape modeling, creating artistic volume. All this can be done with hyaluronic acid. Are you interested in this opportunity? Then we recommend that you contact a cosmetology clinic and doctors involved in aesthetic medicine. What benefits do you get from professionals:

1. Properly selected drugs with appropriate certificates.
2. Qualified advice and recommendations from knowledgeable people. Don't be afraid to ask your cosmetologist questions.
3. A natural result after sessions, and not the rough effect of kissed lips (you should be careful with hyaluronic acid, especially since lips are thin and sensitive skin).
4. No complications after.
5. The effect of the composition after the procedure will be noticeable for several months.
6. The specialist will also help you determine how much hyaluronic acid to inject into your lips.
7. Hyaluronic fillers will be selected individually.

What are these fillers anyway? It's simple. This word was transformed into the Russian language from the English verb “fill”, which is translated as “to fill”, “to fill”. Along the line of the mouth, the lips are carefully saturated with a special composition: gel with hyaluronic acid. You and I know that it is this substance that is responsible in our body for the youth and elasticity of the skin.

Upper lip augmentation and mouth shape correction are carried out by cosmetologists using various methods of contouring. Injection techniques also differ. Let's list the main ones:

• needle or cannula (thin syringe or cannula)
• horizontal or vertical (depending on the line of injections)

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The role of herpetic infection in complications after cosmetic procedures

What is special about these viruses? Herpes is one of the most common infections, represented by a whole group of viruses. Among them, the best known are herpes simplex viruses types 1 and 2, as well as herpes zoster virus (or herpes zoster). This group also includes cytomegalovirus, Epstein-Barr virus, herpes virus type 6 and others. The peculiarities of this family of viruses are their lifelong persistence in the human body, periodic reactivation when immunity decreases, as well as a possible direct effect on the human immune system, which can lead to various autoimmune diseases. The problem may be aggravated by uncontrolled self-medication of episodes of viral infection. The wrong choice of treatment tactics and inadequate dosages of medications can adversely affect the state of the immune system.

How can the herpes virus manifest itself, for example, after lip contouring? Immediately in the first 3 days after filler injections, reactivation of the virus may occur, accompanied by characteristic blistering rashes in the correction area, usually grouped against a background of edema and hyperemia. Typically, this condition does not cause difficulties in diagnosis for either the patient or the doctor. Moreover, if it is known that the patient is prone to reactivation of herpes, then antiviral drugs for prevention must be prescribed in advance (at least 3 days in advance), which are also taken on the day of the procedure and for several days after it.

A more complex situation arises with the development of atypical forms of herpes viral infection. One of these forms is the rare and difficult to diagnose edematous form of herpes, which manifests itself only by increasing limited edema (symmetrical or asymmetrical) without the presence of characteristic vesicular elements. As a rule, the infection is also accompanied by subjective sensations of varying intensity. Often with this form of herpes, the development of regional lymphadenitis is noted. This form of herpes viral infection can occur both in the early post-injection period and 3, 6, 9 or more months after contouring. This is a complex condition that requires a multifaceted examination of the patient and the appointment of adequate treatment, including optimal dosages and duration of antiviral therapy.

Viruses should be treated exclusively with antiviral drugs. It is worth noting that each virus has its own individual sensitivity to certain antiviral drugs. This affects the dosage, duration of use of the drug, as well as the strength of the immune system subsequently.

Diagnosis of herpes viral infection should include a detailed general blood test (allows you to evaluate relative and absolute changes in the blood count), as well as serological studies to determine the level of specific immunoglobulins for each type of herpes virus. These tests can be performed in express diagnostic mode, which significantly reduces the time for making a diagnosis and selecting adequate therapy. The immunological picture is individual and requires consultation with a specialist.

The most difficult situation arises when edema develops in the injection area in the long term (the period for the appearance of edema can be from 3-4 to 6-9 months). Edema, as a rule, occurs after certain provoking factors, among which the most common are temperature changes, acclimatization, psycho-emotional stress, etc. A condition that is difficult to treat requires active medical supervision and a whole range of diagnostic examinations and complex therapy. This is one of the most pressing and complex problems in aesthetic medicine. Most of these patients have certain changes in the immune system, including those associated with one or another type of herpes virus. Carrying out a serological examination allows not only to perform a diagnostic search, but also to monitor the effectiveness of treatment.

So, you decided to pierce your lips with hyaluronic acid.

Why not. The session of this type of augmentation is quite short: in less than 30 minutes you will get the perfect lips you desire (in rare cases, the procedure lasts about an hour). In addition to enlargement, this can include working with asymmetry, influencing drooping corners of the mouth, and eliminating wrinkles that reveal our age. Your face will be completely transformed.

Preparing for lip augmentation with hyaluronic acid begins with familiarity and trust. Still, you need to be sure who you entrust this delicate procedure to. During your consultation at the clinic, determine with a specialist what effect you want to achieve:

• Make your lips sensual and sexy
• Carry out deep hydration
• Return to previous volume
• Make lips more juicy and vibrant
• Change the contour and get a new mouth shape (yes, even this is possible)
• Get an increase in thin lips with hyaluronic acid
• Raise the corners
• Remove fine wrinkles by smoothing the mouth line
• Change proportions
• And finally, just feel the rejuvenation of your lips

Everything is possible. In some cases, the effect after injection lip augmentation will include not one wish fulfilled, but several. The main thing is to choose the right drug and the right amount of gel with hyaluronate. In addition to manufacturing companies, gel fillers differ from each other in types. There are absorbable and permanent formulations. The action of the latter is much longer.

Women do not always want to change the shape of their mouth or make it larger entirely. Many of them have already appreciated all the advantages and benefits of upper lip augmentation. The reviews are: “Effective. Fast. Painless. Hypoallergenic. Comfortable. Safely". Surprisingly, according to statistics, it is the upper lip that is often thinner than the lower lip. In our quest for harmony, we then choose to increase only the upper half. In this case, the line of injections will be adjusted directly during the session.

Lip augmentation: contraindications

No self-respecting cosmetologist or doctor will avoid the topic of taboos. There are situations when performing such manipulations as lip augmentation with hyaluronic acid is not recommended or not possible at all.

1. Let's start with age: this procedure is not recommended for people under 18 years of age.
2. If you have allergies or reactions to certain medications, preparations, or compounds, be sure to tell us about this during your consultation.
3. One piece of advice for pregnant and breastfeeding women: postpone the procedure.
4. Do you know that your skin diseases have worsened? Take a break and start treating them. If you have herpes or neurodermatitis, your cosmetologist will strongly recommend postponing manipulations to increase lip volume to a later time.
5. The issue of lip augmentation during menstruation remains very controversial. Reviews from doctors on this matter vary slightly. It all depends on individual characteristics. But the majority considers injections during menstrual periods to be not entirely advisable, since during this period the body retains fluid and undergoes surges in hormonal levels. It is better to carry out the manipulation in the middle of the cycle.

Unfortunately, a number of other contraindications appear for all procedures related to hyaluronic acid, injections and other cosmetic procedures that involve active intervention in the vital processes of the body. These are cancer, problems with blood clotting, diabetes.

Using fillers with hyaluronic acid

Hyaluronic acid fillers can improve the appearance of your lips by adding:

• form
• compound
• volume

The effect usually lasts about six months. After this, you need to give more injections so that your lips do not change.

There are several hyaluronic acid fillers on the market. Among them are the following products:

• Restylane, Restylane-L, Restylane Silk
• Juvederm Ultra, Juvederm Ultra Plus, Juvederm Volbella XC
• Belotero Balance
• HylaForm
• Elevess
• Prevelle Silk

All of these products are administered the same way and produce the same results. And some contain lidocaine, a local anesthetic.

Preparation for lip augmentation

At the clinic, a mandatory part of the procedure will be to test your body for sensitivity to the composition, the so-called allergy test. A doctor or cosmetologist is always required to make sure that no dangerous consequences for your body will follow after the injections.

Immediately before the lip augmentation process with hyaluronic acid, you will be treated with a special anesthetic composition or given a barely perceptible injection of anesthesia to make the procedure as painless and comfortable as possible for you. This can be a cream, gel, ointment, or a drug with lidocaine. You will only feel a noticeable cooling effect, followed by a slight numbness. Don't worry, that's how it's meant to be. After all, beauty requires sacrifice. When and how to inject lips with hyaluronic acid, the specialist will determine.

The injection and manipulation technique itself involves not only carefully introducing the composition under the skin, but also delicate distribution of the gel: after the injection, a small massage of the area where the injection was given will be required. This is necessary so that the substance spreads evenly and forms the necessary contour: this way you can avoid unnecessary formations and balls under the skin.

After pinpoint injections, a cooling compress will be required. This is the final stage of each session, aimed at reducing subsequent swelling. But be prepared and don’t be alarmed: it will still be there, albeit small, as well as mild pain. This is due to the sensitivity of the oral mucosa and internal processes launched under the skin by hyaluronic acid. In addition, the effect of the injections in any case is slightly traumatic.

Some people are interested in how to prolong the effect of hyaluronic acid in the lips. If you choose a gel with a temporary result, then the procedures will have to be repeated from time to time. There is nothing wrong with this, but, of course, it will require financial investments. However, how nice it is to invest in yourself. Remember, the duration of the effect depends on the viscosity of the composition.

Why does the herpes virus activate after injections?

Hyaluronic acid injections are a leading technique for improving lip line and volume. This substance is found in the body of every person - in connective, nervous, epithelial tissues - and is responsible for many processes occurring in the body. Over the years (after about 30 years), the amount of this component decreases; it disintegrates under the influence of ultraviolet radiation, stress, smoking, poor environmental conditions, etc. As a result, aging mechanisms are triggered.

This also affects the lips. Their outlines worsen, lips become thin, facial wrinkles appear, in slightly older women the corners of the mouth droop, the contour changes, etc. All these problems are solved by injection of hyaluronic acid.

The peculiarity of the enlargement procedure is its immediate effect and minor pain. After the injection of fillers, the lips do not move, and the likelihood of scars and cicatrices is reduced to zero.

The manipulation is carried out in several stages:

1. Identification of contraindications.
2. Choice of insertion technique (there are fan and linear techniques).
3. Pain relief with a special cream.
4. Administration of the drug.
5. Light massage.
6. Relieving swelling.
7. Recommendations for care.

The procedure takes no more than half an hour. After 2-4 weeks, adjustments may be needed. During this manipulation, minor defects and possible asymmetry are eliminated.

Note! Complications after lip augmentation can arise due to incorrect actions of the cosmetologist who performed the procedure, as well as due to the patient’s failure to comply with the appropriate regimen after manipulation.

Despite the popularity of hyaluronic acid injections, complications may arise after them. Possible consequences of increasing lip volume:

1. Allergic reaction. Hypersensitivity of the body may occur to the administered substance. Manifests itself in the form of itching, redness, peeling, burning. To prevent the occurrence of such reactions, it is necessary to undergo a sensitivity test to the components of the drug.
2. Swelling. Normally, swelling should last no more than 2-3 days. If after the specified time the symptom does not disappear, this indicates that the doctor administered the drug incorrectly. This can be corrected by introducing hyaluronidase, which breaks down hyaluronic acid. Swelling may appear due to infection and non-compliance with care recommendations after the injection.
3. Bruises and pain. Discomfort after the procedure persists for 2-3 days. To reduce pain, apply a cold compress to the skin. Bruises appear due to damage to small capillaries. They go away on their own within 7-10 days.
4. Seals. After the injection, small lumps may sometimes be felt. They appear due to the administration of small doses of the drug. Therefore, after each puncture, the doctor should massage the lips, which will allow the gel to be evenly distributed.

Herpes on the lips after hyaluronic acid appears when the epidermis is damaged and microscopic wounds form at the site where the injection was performed. Damage leads to weakening of local immunity. The virus worsens and causes rashes. So, if the patient has already experienced a similar phenomenon, then the likelihood that it will appear after the injection of filler is quite high.

Contraindications after lip augmentation

You will see the magical effect immediately after the session. But you will be able to evaluate the final result in a couple of days (perhaps a little longer, depending on the individual characteristics of your body), when the swelling disappears. There may be a decrease in sensitivity for some time. These days, while the process of tissue restoration is underway, try to avoid active cosmetic procedures, peeling and solarium, do not drink alcoholic and fizzy sweet drinks, and exclude spicy foods from your diet. Bathhouse, swimming pool, sauna - under no circumstances.

But with the rules and indications after lip augmentation, everything is clear. Be sure to consume plenty of fluids; it’s not just allowed, it’s necessary. Try to drink 2 liters of water.

Lip augmentation with hyaluronic acid: pros and cons

With the advantages after this procedure, everything seems to be very clear: you got the wonderful shape of the lips that you have long dreamed of, every day you admire the wonderful volume of your renewed luxurious lips, you are rejuvenated, you forgot about those unpleasant small wrinkles around your mouth, you nourished your lips with moisture and vitamins. The procedure is safe and there are no traces of injections after just a few days.

NB Disadvantages of lip augmentation

Perhaps the main problem we face is the inability to stop in time. Some take their desires for big, plump lips to the extreme. However, it is worth thinking about proportion and harmony, so as not to look ridiculous later.

The second obvious drawback is the courage to carry out the procedure at home and without proper preliminary preparation. Unfortunately, if lip augmentation with hyaluronic acid was carried out by an unqualified specialist, the consequences of such manipulations can be tragic. And they often have to be dealt with using surgical methods.

When you come to the clinic, you and a specialist will come to the best decision and result so that you can look at yourself in the mirror every day and happily notice “I am beautiful”!