What is Lip Augmentation?
If you have always had thin lips or you have noticed less fullness in your lips over time, nonsurgical or surgical lip augmentation can help give you a more shapely and full pout. Surgical lip augmentation can be done with silicone implants, a fat transfer, or a lip lift (vermilion advancement) to create the shape you desire. Surgical lip augmentation can provide amazing results that are long-lasting. For nonsurgical lip enhancement, there are many injectable dermal fillers that can temporarily volumize the mouth for a fuller appearance. If you're interested in learning more about surgical or nonsurgical augmentation, contact Nicholas Do, MD in Beverly Hills, CA to schedule an initial consultation. Plastic surgeon Dr. Nicholas Do can discuss all your options and develop your custom lip augmentation treatment plan.
What Techniques are used for lip augmentation?
The approach taken during the procedure will vary, depending on the chosen course of treatment:
- Lip implants
A thin incision will be created in the corner of the lips so the implant(s) can be guided into place. It can take 1 – 3 weeks for swelling to subside and the implant(s) to settle into position; however, implants in the lips will create improvements that last for years. - Fat transfer
With a fat transfer, fat will be extracted (via liposuction) from an area with excess fat. This fat will then be cleaned and injected into your upper and/or lower lips until the desired fullness is achieved. Since a portion of fat can be reabsorbed in time, your lips can be filled a little more to compensate for this eventual loss. Lip enhancement using a fat transfer may be repeated over time to enhance or sustain your results, but typically, your results will last for several years. - Lip lift/vermilion advancement
During a lip lift, a small incision will be made on the lower and/or upper border of the lip. An area of skin outside the mouth will be removed so the lips can be stretched to replace the excised skin and stitched in place. This lip advancement surgery creates lasting results that improve the size and shape of the mouth. - Dermal fillers
Nonsurgical lip augmentation may be done with dermal fillers, like JUVÉDERM® or Restylane®. Injections can be performed in one of our treatment rooms as an outpatient procedure. Depending on the dermal filler brand, a local anesthetic may be part of the formula or a numbing cream can be applied on the lips before the treatment. Once your lips are cleaned, multiple injections will be administered in the needed areas of the lips and then massaged to give more smooth results. You should be allowed to leave after your procedure to resume your regular activities.
What are the Benefits of Lip Augmentation?
Lip augmentation in Beverly Hills, CA at Nicholas Do, MD can provide you the plump, sexy lips you desire with lengthier accomplishments and advantages in comparison with injectable dermal fillers, like:
- Permanent or temporary techniques available
- Provides several lip augmentation choices
- Continual maintenance injections are not needed
- Renews age-related volume loss
- Preserves time and money over time
- Produces plumpness and volume
- Enhancements are natural-looking, rather than "duck lips"
- Boosts the look of skinny lips
- Smooths sloping lips
- Improves total facial appearance
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Lip Augmentation FAQ
Can I get the lips of a specific celebrity?
You might come in and request the specific lips of an actor or actress. Bringing in pictures of what you like can help Dr. Do understand your goals, but it may be difficult to get the shape and appearance of someone else. During your consultation, Dr. Do will listen to your goals before talking about your choices (fillers, implants, or a fat transfer) for lip augmentation. After that, he will work with you to develop your personal treatment plan.
Should I get implants, a fat transfer, or fillers?
Based on your specific needs and goals, Dr. Do can help you decide between dermal fillers, a fat transfer, and implants for your lip augmentation. If you are unsure about which option you want or nervous about surgery, injectable fillers might be your best choice. When you become more comfortable with the process and determine the amount of volume you would like before moving on to lip implants or a fat transfer. During your consultation, Dr. Do will discuss the benefits and drawbacks of all your options, so you may choose which one you want.
Do lip implants look fake?
Lip implants are made from flexible material designed to feel and look natural. With his years of training, Dr. Do performs lip augmentation so your results will look natural but impressive. In your consultation, he will discuss the shape and size of upper and/or lower implants to match your needs and goals. After a few months, your implants will get into place, and the swelling from surgery will subside so you can enjoy your results.
Love Your Lips
Nicholas Do, MD wants you to feel confident in the appearance of your mouth. With surgical and nonsurgical lip enhancement treatment options, you can have full, plump lips that enhance your whole appearance. Call our Beverly Hills, CA office today to schedule a treatment consultation with Dr. Do. He can assess your needs and goals to create a unique augmentation treatment plan to get your best lips.