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Lip augmentation with hyaluronic acidLip filler on Lake Zurich – harmonious, not overdone
Better contour, gentle volume or simply more hydration: with lip filler we plan lips that suit your face – step by step and correctable at any time.
Dr. med. Abdurrahman Altuntas · Specialist FMH
Lip filler in brief
With lip filler – medically lip augmentation – the physician injects cross-linked hyaluronic acid into the vermilion, the lip contour or the corners of the mouth to improve volume, definition and hydration.
- 1Treatment in about 30–45 minutes, with numbing cream and lidocaine in the product.
- 2Result visible immediately, final after 1–2 weeks once the swelling has settled.
- 3Usually lasts 6–12 months; can be dissolved at any time with hyaluronidase.
Medical responsibility: Dr. med. Abdurrahman Altuntas, Specialist FMH in Internal Medicine and NephrologyUpdated: November 2026Anatomy of the lips – what we look at
Beautiful lips are a question of proportion, not quantity. Before every treatment we assess the individual zones:
Volume and hydration
The red, visible part of the lip – gentle fullness or better hydration for dry lips.
Cupid's bow and lip border
A subtle accent at the border defines the lips without enlarging them.
Columns above the lip
Softly emphasised philtral columns make the upper lip look more youthful.
Against a stern look
Slightly downturned corners can be lifted with small amounts of hyaluronic acid.
Upper to lower lip
The lower lip is usually somewhat fuller than the upper lip – this natural ratio is preserved.
Fine lines around the mouth
Vertical lines above the upper lip are softened with very soft hyaluronic acid or a skin booster.
How the lip treatment works
- Discuss your wish – contour, volume or hydration? We look at your lips and facial proportions
- Numbing – a cream takes effect for about 20 minutes
- Injection – step by step, with mirror checks in between
- Follow-up – after the swelling has subsided we assess shape and symmetry
Health check first
We ask about cold sores (herpes labialis), allergies, bleeding disorders and previous fillers.
When we advise against
If a wish does not suit your proportions, we tell you. We do not treat during active cold sores, inflammation, pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Risks and side effects
Swelling and small bruises are normal for the first few days. Rarely, nodules, infection or vascular involvement can occur – which is why lip filler belongs in medical hands.
Questions about lip filler
How long does lip filler last?
Usually 6 to 12 months. The lips move a lot, so the body breaks down hyaluronic acid faster there than in other areas.
Does lip filler hurt?
We apply a numbing cream beforehand, and most hyaluronic acid products also contain a local anaesthetic (lidocaine). Most patients find the treatment easy to tolerate.
How much filler do I need?
For a natural effect, 0.5 to 1 ml is often sufficient. More volume is built up step by step.
Can lip filler be reversed?
Yes. Hyaluronic acid can be dissolved with the enzyme hyaluronidase. Corrections of treatments done elsewhere are possible after consultation.
What are Russian lips?
An injection technique that emphasises the height of the lips rather than projecting them forward. Whether it suits your lips is assessed in the consultation.
When is the final result visible?
After about one to two weeks, once the swelling has subsided – which is when the follow-up takes place.
Lips that suit you
In the consultation we show what half a millilitre or a full millilitre can achieve. Appointments by telephone.