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The lips are a defining feature of a beautiful face. For that reason, lip enhancement is a popular cosmetic procedure.<\/p>\n
Many women want to have fuller, plumper lips. Whether your lips are naturally thin or are thinning as a result of aging, a lip enhancement procedure can improve their appearance. Our office offers lip enhancement via lip fillers or implants. Dr. Price<\/a> will help you identify which option is best for you during your initial consultation.<\/p>\n Lip enhancement is a good option for people whose lips are so thin that they, in effect, disappear when the person smiles.<\/p>\n It is also a preferred option for patients whose lips have thinned through time to the degree that they feel self-conscious about them. In many patients, we are able to enhance a \u201cnormal\u201d lip just enough to create a \u201cfuller\u201d but natural look. Dr. Price<\/a> also performs lip enhancement as a solution to uneven lips and when thin lips allow for the gums to show when smiling.<\/p>\n One of those areas is the lips. As our collagen production drops, our lips lose fullness and flatten. The lips thin, and they develop vertical lines, colloquially known as \u201cbarcode lines.\u201d If you had lips you were less than thrilled within your younger years, you\u2019re really not thrilled with them now.\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n That\u2019s what lip enhancement is all about. Regardless of the method chosen, Dr. Price<\/a> plumps your lips. He gives them a definition. They become ultimately kissable, and worthy of their place as a focal point of the face. Lip augmentation can give you full lips that you\u2019ve never had, or they can give you back some of the fullness you\u2019ve lost with time.\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n Patients love these treatments!<\/span><\/p>\n Dr. Price\u2019s<\/a> goal with lip augmentation is unique to each patient. You may want to erase some vertical lip lines. Or you may want to make your lips more symmetrical. Or maybe you simply want plumper, more kissable lips!<\/span><\/p>\n These are some specific areas Dr. Price considers with lip augmentation:<\/span><\/p>\n There are many options for lip enhancement. Dr. Price<\/a> will discuss these options with you and will recommend one that best suits your condition and aesthetic goals. A combination of two or more of these methods may be the answer. Lip enhancement approaches include:<\/p>\n Dr. Price performs lip filler treatments in the office and typically requires only a topical anesthetic\u00a0to keep you comfortable during the injections. We may perform allergy testing if the filler contains synthetic materials. The filler is injected directly into the lips and usually takes less than an hour.<\/p>\n The first dermal filler specifically meant for the lips was Juv\u00e9derm Ultra. It is still popular and known for visibly plumping the lips. Juv\u00e9derm added Volbella for a more subtle volume increase and lip definition. Restylane Silk is similar to Volbella for its subtle results. All three of these fillers last between 3 and 6 months in most patients. This short duration is because the near-constant movement of our lips tends to break down the hyaluronic acid in these fillers quickly.\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n There is a new filler, Restylane Kysse, which provides results for a full year.\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n Lip enhancement surgery can be done under general or local anesthesia, depending on the procedure. If you opt for a fat transfer, liposuction<\/a> will need to be performed prior to lip enhancement to harvest viable fat that will then be injected into your lips.<\/p>\n With lip implants, Dr. Price<\/a> inserts synthetic implants through tiny incisions at the corners of the lips. We perform implant surgery in an office surgical suite or an outpatient center with the administration of local or general anesthesia. Once Dr. Price inserts the implants,\u00a0 he closes the small incisions, and your implants remain in place permanently.<\/p>\n These procedures usually only take around 30 minutes<\/span><\/p>\n For at least the first couple of days, you\u2019ll want to keep your head elevated, even when sleeping. You\u2019ll probably need prescription pain medication for the first day or two after your surgery.\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n This is surgery, so it entails all the risks involved with any surgery: excessive bleeding, infection, poor incision healing, and the like. These are pretty rare with lip augmentation.\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n The main risk involved is that your lip implant or implants could shift position. If this happens, you\u2019ll need revision surgery to return them to their proper place.\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n Should you decide one day that you don\u2019t like your lip implants any longer, you can have them removed.\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n The main side effect\/risk with lip augmentation is redness and swelling at the injection sites. This usually lasts a day or so but is not severe. There can also be some mild bruising, but it can easily be covered with lipstick or makeup. To minimize any swelling or bruising, gently icing your lips immediately after your session is helpful. There is a chance of developing lumps, but that is rare and can be reversed immediately with an injection of an enzyme that neutralizes the hyaluronic acid.\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n If you have any other questions about lip enhancement treatments, please bring them with you when you meet with Dr. Price<\/a>.\u00a0You can\u00a0request a\u00a0<\/a>consultation online<\/a>\u00a0to meet personally with Dr. Price, or call his office at\u00a0(203) 453-6635<\/a>\u00a0to schedule an appointment.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" The lips are a defining feature of a beautiful face. For that reason, lip enhancement is a popular cosmetic procedure. What is Lip Enhancement? Many women want to have fuller, plumper lips. Whether your lips are naturally thin or are thinning as a result of aging, a lip enhancement procedure can improve their appearance. Our […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":9,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","template":"","meta":[],"yoast_head":"\nCandidates For Lip Enhancement<\/h2>\n
What are the benefits of lip enhancement?\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n
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Everyone\u2019s heard of collagen, even if just for its inclusion in skincare products. Collagen is responsible for providing the structural framework under our skin that keeps it firm and tight. One of the more unfortunate aspects of aging is that with every passing year after our 20<\/span>th<\/sup><\/span> birthday, our bodies produce one additional percentage point less collagen. By the time we are 50, we\u2019re working with 30 percent less collagen. That\u2019s why our skin sags, allows the formation of wrinkles and has areas of volume loss.\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\nWhat are some lip features that can be changed?<\/span><\/h2>\n
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Options For Lip Enhancement<\/h2>\n
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Nonsurgical Lip Filler Treatments<\/h2>\n
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Dermal fillers<\/a> may be used to augment the lips to their desired contour. The choice of filler often depends upon your individual condition and preference. The choices in our practice include one’s own fat, fascia, and a number of temporary injectable fillers. Each material has its own pros and cons, which Dr. Price<\/a> will discuss with you in your consultation.<\/p>\nHow long do dermal fillers last for lip augmentation?<\/span><\/h2>\n
Lip Augmentation Procedures<\/h2>\n
How long does lip augmentation surgery take?<\/span><\/h2>\n
Is there downtime after lip augmentation surgery?<\/span><\/h2>\n
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There is some recovery after Dr. Price<\/a> surgically places lip implants. You\u2019ll likely need just 1 to 3 days, but you\u2019ll want to lay low during this time. For at least a week and more likely two, you\u2019ll need to not open your mouth too wide. You can\u2019t place any pressure or cause pulling around the lips, as this can make your implants shift. It usually takes from 1 to 2 weeks for the tissue to begin scarring, which holds the implants in place.\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\nWhat are the risks involved with lip augmentation surgery?<\/span><\/h2>\n
What are the side effects of dermal fillers for lip augmentation?<\/span><\/h2>\n
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