Lip Augmentation

As we age our lips lose their fullness, begin to droop, become thin, the corners of the mouth may sag, fine lines and wrinkles appear – while that full, voluptuous shape disappears along with the signs of  youth, health and fertility.

My lips are too thin. My upper lip is disappearing.  My lips aren’t soft, supple or well proportioned anymore.  My mouth sags at the corners – or I always look like I’m frowning.  I’ve never had a pretty mouth.  A thinning upper lip often makes you appear angry and/or older – while fine lines, often called smoker’s lines appear – to make you look even older.  CCI recommends lip augmentation to correct these problems and give you the lips you’ve always wanted and never had – or to restore the beautiful, natural lips of your youth.

Materials used today to enhance lips include Hyaluronic Acids such as Hydrelle and Juvederm®, Fat Transfer –using your own fat. Today’s implants are softer and create a natural look which can be either temporary or permanent. 

LIP AUGMENTATION PROCEDURE:
Temporary treatments – using injectable fillers – take only a few minutes and are done in-office using topical anesthetic.  Injectable fillers can last from 6-12 months.  Permanent lip enhancement involves using use of implants such as Gortex™ and involves local anesthesia.

QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS ABOUT LIP AUGMENTATION:

What is lip augmentation?
CCI performs lip augmentation to add or restore fullness, shape and contour to the lips.  This is a cosmetic procedure which results in either temporary or permanent outcomes.

Who is a good candidate for lip augmentation?
Men and women who want to add or restore a more youthful, full and shapely appearance to their lips can be good candidates.  A good candidate must be in good health and have realistic expectations.

Is this an office procedure?
CCI performs lip augmentations in his state-of-the-art office as an out-patient procedure.

Does lip augmentation require anesthesia?
This depends upon the technique chosen for your procedure. Topical anesthetic is used for some procedures while local is used for others.

How long does a lip augmentation procedure take?
Temporary fillers take just a few minutes while more complex procedures require from 30 – 60 minutes or more.

Is it a painful procedure?
This depends upon the technique used.  Injectable fillers involve less discomfort than implants such as Goretex.  Any discomfort is easily managed with oral pain medication.

What can I expect after the procedure?
Some bruising, swelling and discomfort is normal and to be expected.  These usually resolve over a few days.

Will I need to take time off work?
Most of CCIs’s patients are presentable and able to return to work within a few days after treatment. 

Will insurance pay for lip augmentation?
If your lip augmentation is done for cosmetic reasons your insurance will not cover it.  If it is done to correct a scar or indentation from an injury or accident, your insurance may cover your treatment.

Is financing available for lip augmentation?
There is financing available today for many plastic surgery procedures. Ask us about this in our business office.