Generally, one syringe provides a mild or moderate enhancement to the cheeks or lips. In short, yes, one syringe of filler can make a difference. However, if you want an exaggerated result, or have lost a large amount of volume you may require additional syringes.
In the vast majority of cases, multiple syringes of filler will be needed to optimally enhance a person's face. Areas like the lips may only require 1ml of dermal filler to achieve the desired outcome. Other areas, like the cheek, may require anywhere from 1-4 syringes for a noticeable enhancement.
The conversion of 1.0 ml to a teaspoon is about 1/5th. That is, one syringe of filler is equal to 1/5th of a teaspoon—not all that much! Or if you're looking for a more real-world example look at a Hershey's Kiss. A typical Hershey's Kiss is about ~3.2 ml of volume or about three syringes of filler.
Generally speaking, however, a half syringe of lip filler will give you a subtle result, which is great if you want your lips to be more natural-looking, to correct minor asymmetry or to add hydration. A full syringe will provide a more full and noticeable result, but won't leave you with overfilled lips.
A client who opts for one full syringe of filler can expect their results to last between 6 months to 1.5 years. Those who opt for half a syringe of filler can expect their results to last for a maximum of 6 months.
The Results Improve Over Time
Because these injections stimulate your body's production of collagen and elastin, the final results of treatment won't be seen for several weeks. Even as the hyaluronic acid is processed by your body, healthy collagen and elastin grow at a more significant rate.
Generally speaking, 0.5 ml of lip filler will provide subtle but noticeable results to the lips, with an average increase in volume of around 5-10%. This amount of product also tends to be ideal for those looking for natural-looking results without too much fullness or volume added to their lips.
Treating with 1ml at a time is certainly appropriate for some areas, such as volumising lips or having smaller tweakments into other areas of the face. Sometimes, however, more than 1ml may be required – in the cheeks, for example – as 1ml may not make a discernible difference.
One syringe of filler you can expect slightly plumper lips with a smoother appearance. We use fillers like Restylane and Juvederm to create natural looking and feeling lips enhancement. Two syringes of dermal filler will get clients noticeably smoother and plumper and for some clients a true volume change.
For most people, treatment with 1 syringe in 1 specific area will be a subtle enhancement, which can be great for younger patients looking to maintain their appearance or those who do not want to see a lot of change.
Depending on the amount of lip fullness desired by the patient, 1 ml of filler or less is sufficient. In lip augmentation, 0.5-2 ml of filler injection is usually applied for the first time.
The art of measuring 1 ml of dermal filler is not what you might think. For starters, if we were to add one ml of filler to your face or your lips, you are not going to look like a social media star on steroids. To do the math, 1ml equals about 1/5 of a teaspoon. Therefore, 5mls equals 1 teaspoon of dermal filler.
For most hyaluronic acid fillers, one syringe correlates to about one milliliter. Depending on your particular needs and the treatment area, this may be enough to provide the correction or augmentation you want. Generally, one syringe provides a mild or moderate enhancement to the cheeks or lips.
Once that syringe of filler is open and exposed to air, it is no longer sterile and it could lead to infections and devastating side effects.
While it is possible for fillers to migrate, this side effect is extremely rare and can be avoided by choosing a qualified injector. Though filler migration is very uncommon, its likelihood increases when fillers are performed by an inexperienced or underqualified injector.
0.5ml is a great introductory filler amount for first-time lip filler clients, especially if you're nervous of what the result will be. Remember you will swell after treatment a little, so you will not see major change with 0.5ml after the treatment has settled over the first 2-4 weeks.
A half syringe of filler can make difference and is a great place to start for some individuals who are nervous or want a very subtle change. They are typically used for lip enhancement, treating a few fine lines, or to touch up areas that need a little more volume.
Some doctors advocate using 10 to 15 syringes of filler per session, while others feel each patient is different. However, several factors determine the amount of filler put into each part of your face, such as where the area is, how many other regions are getting treatment, and your unique facial structure.
We usually recommend beginning with 0.5ml of dermal filler (half a syringe) to achieve a subtle lip plump. If, after 2 weeks, you feel that you want a little more lip volume then we can book another session. We can then build on the volume in a safe and measured way.
How far does 1 ml of dermal filler go? Traditionally cosmetic practitioners would inject 1mL of dermal filler into one area of the face. For example, 1mL lip filler and 1mL cheek filler, however, only 1ml of filler can enhance your entire face.
Conversely, for those patients who want a subtle change, with hydrated/rejuvenated and slightly defined lips, 0.5ml overall is the right amount. But, if you want an instant plump of the lips and a fuller look, 1ml of lip filler is the best choice.
Fillers and Skin Tightening Treatments for Moderate Jowls
Expect to need approximately 4-8 syringes which are best done slowly and gradually over 2-4 appointments over 2-9 months. This is the base. Maintenance should be discussed with you (for most people is 1-2 times a year).
One of the reasons Hyaluronic acid lip injections are the most popular is because they are the most natural looking lip fillers. Hyaluronic acid occurs naturally in the body and attracts moisture to the lips, making them feel fuller. It also stimulates the lips to produce more collagen.
How long does it last? Cheeks, Jawline and Chin Dermal Filler lasts on average, 8-12 months.
To give you an answer to "How much is too much?" for cheek fillers, our answer is: anything more than 2ml (1ml per cheek) in 1 session is too much. You can build up the amount of filler in your cheeks, but this has to be done gradually over several visits.