Cleft lip filler 'boosts confidence' - but expert warns of exploitation risk
Two women from Wales are among the growing number of people having lip filler after cleft lip and palate surgery.
Two young women have turned to dermal fillers after undergoing cleft lip surgery, claiming it has boosted their confidence. Amber Dorgan, 20, from Neath, says the treatment has made her feel more comfortable socializing and being herself. Dorgan, who was born with a cleft lip and faced bullying due to the scars, has been receiving free dermal filler for life through The Welsh Centre for Cleft Lip and Palate.
Another woman, Emily Evans, 21, from Kidwelly, was also born with a cleft lip and underwent multiple surgeries, but was never offered filler treatment. She believes such treatments could help people with the condition feel more confident. However, experts and clinics are calling for regulations to be introduced to protect vulnerable individuals from potential exploitation by the aesthetics industry.
A psychology academic warned that people with a cleft lip are being deliberately targeted and left vulnerable to harm. The NHS offers lifelong care to those with the condition, but some experts argue that more should be done to ensure people with cleft lips have access to appropriate treatments and support.
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