Treatments
Lip Filler
Hydration, definition and shape that suit your face
- Treatment time
- 30–45 minutes
- Numbing
- Topical, included
- Discomfort
- Minimal
- Recovery time
- 1–3 days of swelling

Treatment Overview
Lip filler uses hyaluronic acid, a substance the body already makes, to hydrate, define and shape the lips. From a subtle half‑syringe for first‑timers to a full enhancement or the Russian technique for a defined, lifted shape with no outward projection, we tailor the plan to your anatomy and taste.
Sadiya Naseem maps the lip vessels with ultrasound before injecting, a safety step that is rare outside academic centres. Results are immediate and last nine to twelve months.
How to Prepare
- Avoid blood thinners such as aspirin, ibuprofen and fish oil for a week if medically safe
- Skip alcohol for 24 hours to reduce bruising
- Arrive without makeup on the treatment area
- Tell us about any upcoming events or dental work
What to Expect
- Numbing cream for 15 to 20 minutes
- Precise placement with needle or cannula, guided by your goals
- Swelling for a day or two, occasionally a small bruise
- Your final shape once swelling settles, at about two weeks
Aftercare
- Avoid touching, massaging or pressure on the area for 24 hours
- Stay upright for four hours after neurotoxin
- Skip strenuous exercise and alcohol for 24 hours
- Ice gently if swollen; bruising fades within a week
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Natural volume and hydration
Defines the border and cupid's bow
Balances asymmetry
Reversible if you change your mind
Lasts up to a year
Before & After
Real results from Reston Aesthetics patients. Photos are added with each patient's written permission; ask to see more at your consultation.
Book TodayFrequently Asked Questions
Will my lips look overdone?
Not unless you ask for it. Most of our patients want a hydrated, defined lip that looks like theirs, and half a syringe is often enough.
What is the Russian lip technique?
Filler placed in vertical threads to lift and define the lip body and cupid's bow without pushing the lip forward. It suits patients who want shape rather than projection.
How long does it last?
Nine to twelve months. Touch‑ups at six to nine months keep the result consistent.
Does it hurt?
With numbing cream and the lidocaine inside the filler, discomfort is minimal.
What about a lip flip?
A lip flip uses Botox to roll the upper lip outward. It's subtle and pairs beautifully with a half syringe of filler in our combo.
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Conditions Treated
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Let's create a treatment plan that's right for you
Your consultation is complimentary. Book online or call weekdays 9 to 5.
- Call (703) 435‑0901
- Visit 13890 Braddock Rd, Suite 201, Centreville, VA 20121
- Hours Mon–Fri 9 am – 5 pm · Sat by appointment
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