Lip Augmentation

Full lips have always been associated with female youth and beauty but they are also the facial feature that easily conveys signs of ageing.

The lip region is an extremely important area in the face when it comes to facial aesthetic enhancement.

Lip augmentation with fillers aims to increase lip volume. People with thin lips may consider this treatment following an individual assessment.

Ideal candidates for lip augmentation

Adults may be considered for lip augmentation following an assessment. Patients with thin lips or decrease in lip volume due to ageing may consider lip enhancement. Results vary between individuals.

People who undergo lip augmentation should be in good health and have reasonable expectations about the outcome.

Factors to be considered

Because there is a possibility of developing allergic reaction to the materials used for lip enhancement, the candidates should report any pre-existing allergies in advance.

There is a wide variety of dermal fillers to accomplish lip augmentation but not all of them are safe for every person. Hence it is necessary to take care to select the method that is ideal for your medical and cosmetic needs.

Types of lip fillers

The fillers that are used in lip injections include hyaluronic acid. A fat transfer is another option; its duration varies between individuals. It requires taking a small amount of fat from another area of your body. It uses your own fat but carries risks that should be discussed with your surgeon. The amount of the fat to be taken varies from patient to patient.

Expectations

Lip augmentation aims to change lip volume and shape. Results and their duration vary between individuals. Fillers eventually wear away completely, the amount of time it will last depends on how quickly your body breaks down the components. However, in fat transfer, a certain percentage of fat will take and become permanent. How much stays depends on the individual patient. Occasionally a second fat transfer is necessary to attain desired goals. However every lip is different, and there is no set formula to ensure desired results.