Lip Fillers

• Board-certified dermatologist specializing in cosmetic dermatology and laser skin surgery, with an approach focused on facial harmony and overall facial harmony
• Choosing an experienced injector matters because lip fillers’ safe outcomes depend on a provider who understands facial anatomy
• Serves as a Clinical Professor of Dermatology at NYU School of Medicine
• Uses FDA-approved hyaluronic acid fillers, a substance naturally found in the body
• Honored as a Castle Connolly Top Doctor and included on New York Magazine’s “Best Doctors” list
• Strong knowledge of facial anatomy supports balanced results and helps minimize rare complications
• Garnered the ELLE’s Genius Award and achieved recognition by Town & Country as the “Michelangelo of BOTOX and Filler.”
• Frequent contributor to major media outlets, including The New York Times, Vogue, and Allure
• Graduated cum laude from Princeton University and magna cum laude from Thomas Jefferson University, where he was inducted into Alpha Omega Alpha

• Treatment Time: Around 30 minutes.
• Price: Varies based on goals, products selected, and whether any add-on treatments are performed.
• Recovery: Minimal downtime with immediate improvements in lip volume and smoothness.
• Results: Results can last 6 to 18 months.

To best determine whether you are a suitable candidate for lip fillers, Dr. Anolik will first conduct a thorough consultation at his New York City office, reviewing your concerns and aesthetic goals. In general, patients seeking non-surgical lip enhancement should have the following characteristics:

• In good overall health
• Realistic expectations for their results
• Concerned about naturally thin lips, lost volume, vertical lines, or asymmetry
• Seeking a non-invasive approach to lip augmentation, with more balance in the lips while maintaining facial harmony
• Suffering from signs of aging

Performed with artistry and nuance by Board-certified dermatologist Dr. Anolik in New York City, dermal fillers deliver a range of compelling advantages, including the following:

• Boosts volume and fullness in thinning lips with a personalized amount, never a one-size-fits-all approach
• Eliminates signs of aging
• Smooths pesky lip lines
• Sharpens Cupid’s bow
• Increases symmetry, balance, and proportion
• Creates a more youthful, attractive smile
• Heightens confidence and self-esteem
• Different filler families support different goals, from Juvéderm for a softer or more dramatic plump look to Restylane for border definition and symmetry, while RHA is well-suited to movement in the mouth area.
• Results can last 6 to 18 months
• Can be combined with other aesthetic options

• Avoid Blood-Thinners: For one week before your appointment, steer clear of NSAIDs like ibuprofen (Motrin, Advil) and naproxen (Aleve), as well as supplements like Vitamin E, fish oil, and St. John’s Wort. These medications can increase the risk of bruising.
• Postpone Drinking Alcohol: Don’t drink alcohol for 24- 48 hours prior to your appointment in New York City, as it can increase the risk of swelling and bruising.
• Reschedule a Cold Sore Breakout: Lip filler injections can trigger an outbreak if you are a patient prone to cold sores. If you feel a fever blister coming on, contact Dr. Anolik to reschedule your session. You may need to take an antiviral medication ahead of your procedure.
• Skip Harsh Skincare Products: Avoid harsh skincare products, such as those containing retinol, Retin-A, or glycolic acid, for several days before your visit. You should also refrain from undergoing facial waxing, bleaching, or tweezing around the mouth. Arrive at your appointment free from lip balm, lipstick, and makeup.
• Stay Hydrated: Hyaluronic acid-based fillers, such as Juvederm and Restylane, work by binding to water molecules. Drinking plenty of fluids, including water, before lip injections helps ensure the product integrates seamlessly with existing tissue.

• Use Ice or a Cold Compress: Applying ice or a cold compress can help reduce swelling after lip injections. You can apply an ice pack at 10-minute intervals during the first 24 hours of healing.

  Avoid Strenuous Exercise and Heat: Being in hot environments (like saunas, steam rooms, or hot tubs) can elevate your heart rate, increase blood flow, and increase your risk of bruising. Avoid strenuous workouts for 24-48 hours as well.

• Don’t Drink Alcohol: After your session in NYC, limit your sodium intake and avoid alcohol for 24- 48 hours. It can act as a blood thinner and can exacerbate inflammation.
• Rest With Your Head Elevated: For the first several nights, prop your head up with an extra pillow to prevent swelling when sleeping. For rest, choose a recliner that lets you stay somewhat upright.
• Leave Your Lips Alone: Don’t massage, touch, or pick at your lips after your treatment, and avoid applying direct pressure to the targeted areas. You may need to postpone using straws, kissing, and face-down sleeping.