Lip Enhancement is a procedure to increase the fullness of the lips.  After the eyes, the lips are the next most engaging area of the face. During a conversation, the eyes of an observer swing always from the eyes to the lips and back.

 

The volume of the lips can be thick and prominent, or thin and retracted. Fuller lips are generally more attractive and desirable.

 

We will evaluate your lips and how they balance with the rest of your facial features.  When indicated, lip enhancement may be achieved by the injection of a filler material such as collagen behind the lip as well as in the space between the skin and mucosa of the lip.

 

Cosmetically improves the fullness of lips, by one of three techniques: injections, grafting or local flaps.  This procedure is sometimes combined with facial implants, Botox®, chemical peels and facial laser resurfacing.  Lip augmentation can also reduce fine lines and wrinkles around the mouth.

Collagen and transfer of the patients own fat are often used with newer injectibles like Restylane®.

 

Among the variety of techniques used for lip augmentation is laser lip rejuvenation; a non-invasive procedure which tightens the natural collagen and elastic tissue beneath the lips, and the more invasive, procedure of V-Y lip augmentation, which requires large incisions inside the lips.  Although the lips will remain swollen 3 to 9 months after surgery, the procedure is said to last longer.

 

Current filler materials, such as collagen, are temporary and must be repeated every 3 to 6 months.  We are very experienced in this new and exciting material for lip enhancement as well as wrinkle treatment.  A variety of permanent fillers are also available, and can be used in certain cases.  Lipotransfer can be a safe, effective, and longer lasting alternative to Restylane® and other injectables.  The fat is harvested from the abdomen or buttock area through a system of small cannulas.

 

After a few minutes of minor processing, the fat is replaced into the lips to the desired fullness and shape.  The Center for Aesthetic Surgery uses a modern microdroplet technique to ensure a smooth, natural, and long-lasting appearance.

 

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