Lip Augmentation Guide

Lip enhancement, or lip augmentation, is the easiest solution to achieving lips that are plump, shapely, and attractive. One of the many benefits of lip augmentation treatment is that there are a handful of treatment options available. This makes it possible for patients to achieve specific qualities in the lips that may be otherwise difficult to obtain. Below, we’ll explore lip augmentation procedures available with Dr. Brian Widenhouse to assist you in your treatment decisions.

Dermal Fillers

Dermal fillers may be the most popular treatment option when it comes to lip augmentation, and this is because the treatment is so simple to perform. Dermal fillers, also called lip fillers or lip injections, involve the injection of a specialized hyaluronic acid gel formula into the lower or upper lip. Hyaluronic acid fillers produce instant results – you’ll notice improvements before you even leave your appointment. Plus, there is no downtime with lip filler injections, and any side effects are quite minor and short-lived. One downside to these treatments, though, is that most dermal fillers only last about one year before they dissolve. Fortunately, your results can be easily maintained with repeated treatment sessions.

There are a variety of types of lip fillers, each offering a different consistency. This can affect the overall lip volume, projection, feel, and more. Determine if you want a more natural lip shape or more voluptuous lips, as it will determine the hyaluronic acid fillers you choose.

Fat Injections

Fat injections are a more natural alternative to injectable fillers. The difference is that instead of injecting artificial gels into the lips, fat injections involve the injection of your own body fat. This fat grafting treatment begins with collecting fat from the body via liposuction, often in an area of the body like the stomach or legs. Once collected, the naturally occurring substance is purified and carefully injected into the lips to produce the desired results. The advantage of choosing fat injections over lip filler procedures, however, is that fat injections produce permanent results.

Lip Flip

The lip flip is another injectable treatment, but it uses Botox rather than dermal fillers. It can expose more of the upper lip by weakening the facial muscle that controls the upper lip. It create plumper lips without adding any volume, making it a popular choice for patients who want to avoid fillers or who also have a gummy smile.

Lip Implants

The last option for lip enhancement is lip implant surgery. Lip implants also offer some distinct benefits, such as instant and even permanent results. Although this is a minor aesthetic plastic surgery procedure, since it is performed in the lips, any incisions are concealed within the mouth, resulting in no visible scarring whatsoever. The recovery process is also very brief after this procedure, with most patients only requiring a few days of downtime. One important consideration when it comes to lip implants, though, is that it may not be an ideal solution for all patients, such as those who want to remove fine lines in and around the lips.

Lip Augmentation Consultation in Charleston, SC

If you are considering lip augmentation, contact us today to schedule your consultation at Port City Plastic Surgery. We can discuss your cosmetic goals to determine which of these lip enhancement techniques are best for you.