Risks and Benefits of Lip Injections, According to Charleston Physician

Anyone who spends any time on the internet or watching TV could tell you that plump, pouty lips are all the rage these days. From Hollywood starlets to Instagram models, it is hard to ignore the full lip trend. Some choose to make their lips appear bigger using strategically placed lip liner, but others crave a longer-lasting solution, especially for a thinner upper lip. If you are someone who is looking to boost your lip volume, it is important to consider the risks of lip injections or lip fillers alongside the plentiful rewards. Here is what to know about lip augmentation by Board Certified Plastic Surgeon Dr. Brian Widenhouse here at Port City Plastic Surgery.

Risks

Lip injections involve a minimally invasive lip filler procedure with very little downtime, and the results are usually visible right away. Despite the ease and efficiency, it is possible to have too much of a good thing. If you repeatedly inject the lips with hyaluronic acid fillers, the skin around them will stretch as well. Not only can this injection process lead to an overinflated look, but it also means that when the filler eventually breaks down, your lips will look deflated and worse than they did before.

When considering lip enhancement, it is important to choose a provider who you trust to speak up and advise you against going too far. You want to be able to work with your plastic surgeon to choose the right cosmetic procedure for you.

Benefits

If you are feeling self-conscious about the volume of your lips or thin lips, dermal fillers are a great way to give them a boost. As we mentioned above, lip fillers typically involve a hassle-free procedure, require little to no downtime (compared to surgical lip augmentation), and deliver long-lasting results. It is even possible to get them done on your lunch break. Furthermore, the treatment will leave you with pouty, smooth, younger-looking lips that boost your natural lip shape. Depending on your specific lip goals, there are a variety of different dermal filler injections available to patients in the Mount Pleasant area. During your lip filler appointment, Dr. Widenhouse can help you decide which best suits your needs.

Lip Fillers in Charleston, SC

To find out if lip injections are right for you, contact us for more information or to schedule a consultation. Port City Plastic Surgery serves Charleston, Daniel Island, Mount Pleasant, and Summerville, South Carolina from two locations in Charleston and Daniel Island.