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. If you are someone who is looking to boost your lip volume, it is important to consider the risks of lip injections alongside the plentiful rewards.

Risks

Lip injections involve a minimally invasive 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, the skin around them will stretch as well. Not only can this 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 injections, 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 surgeon to choose the right treatment plan for you.

Benefits

If you are feeling self-conscious about the volume of your lips, injections are a great way to give them a boost. As we mentioned above, lip injections are hassle-free, require little to no downtime, 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. Depending on your specific lip goals, there are a variety of different injectables available to patients in the Mount Pleasant area. During your consultation, Dr. Widenhouse can help you decide which best suits your needs.

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.