One woman in the US has their lips injected with filler every twenty minutes. However, despite their growing popularity, many women are unaware of the dangers of having poorly administered lip fillers. In the worse case scenario you could go blind after the beauty treatment. This occurs when filler is injected into intervascular blood vessels, of which there are many round the mouth, including a large facial artery. GETTY This is interconnected with other parts of the face, and if the blood to your eye is cut off for too long you will lose your sight. The lip can also effectively die, and you might lose it - if the injections are administered wrongly. If blood flow to the tissue is stemmed by the procedure the skin will go white, then blacken and effectually fall off. Natali Kelly, an advanced-injector based at Omniya Mediclinic, Knightsbidge, said: "Over injecting the lips with filler can cause serious complications, like pain and swelling, discolouration and vascular compression which can lead to skin necrosis. "That means that the tissue of the lip and surrounding area could die. This is permanent as are the psychological effects it can have on your confidence having botched lips. "Please only use FDA dissolvable products and a qualified, registered medical practitioner for best results." The treatment is becoming increasingly popular due to celebrities who speak publicly about their treatments. After Kylie Jenner admitted she had turned to fillers to boost her pout, Dr Leah Totton of Dr Leah Clinics told The Independent her clinic has reported a staggering "70 per cent rise in lip filler enquiries in the last 24 hours". NATALI KELLY According to new data released by the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS), more than 27,000 lip procedures took place in the US last year. The British Association of Aesthetic Surgeons’ revealed that two out of five (40 per cent) surgeons have seen problems with unregulated facial injectables, and 90 per cent of surgeons have recorded a dramatic rise in patients being dangerously misinformed about cosmetic surgery. They also cited Snapchat as being a major factor in young women coming into clinics in search of bigger lips - after following their favourite stars online. Getty 1 of 42 Rumer Willis stepped out recently sporting noticeably fuller lips Frances Turner Traill, who is a Consultant Cosmetic Nurse and a trainer for Sinclair Pharma, gave Express.co.uk twelve tips to help guide potential patients past the minefield of potential hazards to achieve the best results. 1. Make sure the person treating you is a Cosmetic Doctor or a Cosmetic Nurse. 2. Ask for proof that they are registered with recognised organisations such as The British Association of Cosmetic Nurses (BACN) or the British College of Aesthetics Medicine (BCAM). 3. Ask to see evidence of the qualifications and training certificates in the specific treatment you are having. GETTY 4. Don’t be persuaded to have more treatments than you have requested. Principled doctors should not persuade you to have treatments you don’t want! 5. An ethical clinic should offer you a ‘cooling off’ period to allow you to consider the treatment options you have been given. Don’t be pressurised into acting fast. 6. Ask about recovery time, aftercare and precautions you should take after treatment - a good clinic will always provide you with written guidance to take home with you. 7. Ask to see examples of the clients work, read testimonials on line and even ask to speak to patients to ask for their opinions. 8. Don’t have injectable treatments outside a clinic environment (at a party, on an exhibition stand or in a shopping centre) as it is vital that the correct treatment protocols and sterility guidelines are adhered to. 9. If you are asked if you smoke, drink or take medication, there is a reason for this as it may make you more prone to bruising, for example, so answer questions honestly. 10. Advise the clinician if you are about to go on holiday, have a medical condition or take part in strenuous sports activities and so on as these could also affect which treatments you can have and your recovery. 11. Ask for a telephone number you can call if anything goes wrong so that you can get the right advice, fast and effectively. 12. If anything doesn’t feel right, go with your gut instincts and delay having treatment – or find another clinic. Frances said: “I am an advocate for standards of excellence within clinical practice. Everyone I train will have absolute confidence in my clinical knowledge, level of expertise and safety standards offered. “Consultation is an important part of every treatment but essential for any medical aesthetic procedure. This is my advice to ensure that you get the best possible care for the best possible outcome.” GETTY Kylie Jenner surgery claims sweep the internet on a regular basis, usually after the star posts yet another sultry Instagram picture. The Snapchat queen who is also a cosmetics business tycoon is now the second richest Kardashian sister, after Kim. Kylie, who is 19-years-old, is known for appearing on Keeping Up with the Kardashians. She previously admitted to having fillers in her lips after a lot of media speculation, but fans and detractors alike suspect the teenager of having had many more procedures than that. The press have wondered over the growing size of Jenner’s breasts and buttocks over the years, as well as her shrinking waist and nose. Express.co.uk spoke exclusively with plastic surgeon, who speculated over the star’s cosmetic procedures.
Frances Turner Traill, a consultant cosmetic nurse and trainer for Sinclair Pharma, gave the Express newspaper 12 tips for those seeking facial fillers without the associated dangers. She said: ‘People should be aware that there are risks to their health from using these products. Patients should only get what treatment they are comfortable with and ethical practitioners will allow them to take their time considering the options. If something doesn't feel right, delay the treatment. She advises asking for post-treatment guidance and for examples from other people and testimonials.