MI Skin Dermatology Center: Melda Isaac, MD
Two Lafayette Centre
1133 21st Street NW, Suite 450
Washington, DC 20036
Phone: (202) 393-7546
Monday–Friday: 8:30 a.m.–4 p.m.
Lip Fillers
Dermal fillers, like JUVÉDERM VOLBELLA® XC and Restylane® Kysse, are specifically formulated for adding fullness and definition to the lips while allowing natural movement and expression. At MI Skin Dermatology & Laser Center, our board-certified dermatologist uses a customized approach when performing lip filler treatments in Washington, DC, to help patients achieve a perfectly plump pout.
Lip Filler Expertise for the Washington, DC, Metro Area
MI Skin Dermatology provides lip augmentation with fillers in Washington, DC, for patients throughout the greater DMV region. Many visit us from nearby communities, including:
- Arlington, VA
- Alexandria, VA
- Chevy Chase, MD
MI Skin is trusted by professionals, public figures, media personalities, politicians, athletes, and discerning individuals who value personalized dermatologic care in a discreet, boutique setting.
What Are Lip Fillers?
Lip fillers are injectable treatments that add volume to thin lips, enhance lip shape, and improve their overall appearance. Dr. Isaac emphasizes natural-looking results and long-term before-and-after evaluation rather than short-term correction or an overfilled appearance. Several dermal fillers are well-suited to enhancing your lips. At MI Skin Dermatology Center, we guide you toward the injectable that best accomplishes your aesthetic goals:
JUVÉDERM VOLBELLA® XC is a soft gel that’s ideal for adding subtle volume while maintaining natural lip movement. JUVÉDERM XC is another effective hyaluronic acid (HA-based) lip filler treatment.
Restylane® Kysse, Restylane® Refyne, and Belotero Balance® consist of tiny particles for precise lip shaping and definition. They also smooth lip wrinkles and lines around the mouth to help you look youthful and refreshed. Restylane Refyne is a patient favorite for soft, pillowy lips.
Teoxane Redensity and RHA® 2 are specially designed to deliver a natural look whether your face is at rest or in motion. With Teoxane RHA 2, your lips look fuller but maintain their movement. Redensity is an ideal filler often used to fill in fine, vertical lines that radiate away from the lip border.
Treatment Designed
Exclusively for You
At MI Skin Dermatology, we believe your skin deserves more than just a menu of standard med spa treatments. Dr. Isaac crafts a personalized plan tailored to your unique goals and skin needs. Through in-depth skin assessments and years of expertise, treatments are layered and thoughtfully sequenced over time to amplify your skin’s health and radiance. This refined approach ensures you look and feel your best—now and for years to come.
Explore Customized TreatmentsWho Is a Candidate for Lip Fillers?
Lip fillers may be appropriate for adults who want to add subtle volume, enhance lip shape or definition, improve symmetry, or restore fullness that has diminished with age. Good candidates are generally healthy, have realistic expectations, and want a nonsurgical, customizable approach to lip enhancement.
Lip filler may need to be postponed or may not be recommended for people who are pregnant or breastfeeding, have an active infection or cold sore near the treatment area, or have certain allergies or medical conditions that could increase the risk of complications. We will review your health history, medications, previous filler treatments, lip anatomy, and goals to determine whether treatment is appropriate and develop a plan for balanced, natural-looking results.
Your Lip Augmentation Procedure
Lip filler treatment is quick and requires no downtime. You may experience mild swelling, which typically subsides within 24 hours. Our skilled dermatologist uses ultra-fine needles to inject your chosen filler safely and accurately. Results are visible immediately, with full effects developing over the following days. Depending on the filler used and other unique factors, you can expect your lip filler results to last about 6 to 12 months.
Expert in the Art of Injectables
Dr. Melda Isaac’s impressive credentials make her the choice of so many for BOTOX, JUVÉDERM, and other injectables. Highlights include:
- Board-certified dermatologist
- 20+ years of experience with injectables
- Performs more than 2,000 injectable treatments annually (over 25,000 since January 2000)
- Provides the most BOTOX treatments in the Washington, DC area
- Incorporates her refined sense of facial aesthetics into each treatment
- Remains on the forefront of injectable techniques and applications
Lip Filler FAQs
How much lip filler do I need?
The right amount depends on your natural lip anatomy, proportions, and goals. Some patients need only a small amount to refine the lip border or improve symmetry, while others want more noticeable volume. Dr. Isaac takes a customized approach, choosing both the filler product and amount based on the result you want to achieve.
Will lip filler make my lips look unnatural?
It doesn’t have to. Lip filler can be placed strategically to enhance shape, definition, symmetry, or volume while preserving natural movement and facial balance. A conservative approach can also build results gradually rather than creating a dramatic change in a single appointment.
Can lip filler fix uneven or asymmetrical lips?
Lip filler can often improve mild differences in lip shape, volume, or definition by adding precise amounts of product where they are needed. Because some asymmetry comes from underlying anatomy or muscle movement rather than volume alone, Dr. Isaac will evaluate your lips to determine what filler can realistically improve.
What happens if I decide I don’t like my lip filler?
Lip fillers made with hyaluronic acid can generally be dissolved with an enzyme called hyaluronidase. Dr. Isaac can assess the existing filler and recommend the appropriate approach if you are unhappy with a previous treatment.
Schedule Your Consultation
Lip augmentation requires the precision and artistry of experienced injectors who can deliver results that enhance your natural beauty. Schedule your consultation with our lip filler experts in Washington, DC, online today. Or, call us at (202) 393-7546 to take the first step toward achieving plumper lips that fill you with confidence.
Reviewed for clinical accuracy by Dr. Isaac on September 29th, 2026.