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Lip augmentation
Which filler is right for you?
 Lip
augmentation is not just for women who want larger,
fuller
lips - Jessica Simpson had Restylane injected in her lips
to get that effect. As people
age, their lips lose
fullness which makes them appear older. While
injectable
fillers can
combat aging around the lips and mouth, not
all are created equal -- some can even lead to
long-lasting complications, scientists say.
(Related:
Secret of
Jessica Simpson's lips)
According
to Dr. Miles Graivier, "Numerous
injectables have
entered the market over the last five years giving
patients a number of options for fuller, younger lips.
But patients need to be aware of the risks and benefits of
these products. Some fillers carry a higher risk of
complication depending upon where they are injected, which
can lead to unsatisfactory results." (Related:
Lip
lift)
During lip
augmentation and rejuvenation of the
aging mouth, it is
best to address all of the following areas:
- Outer mouth (laugh lines)
- Edge of lip (lipstick lines)
- Inner lip (Related:
Chapped lips)
Semi-permanent
fillers are best around the mouth and along the lip's
border and help to redefine the edge and fill in lipstick
and laugh lines. (Related:
Lip enhancement) However, when semi-permanent fillers are
injected into the inner lip, patients may experience a
higher rate of complications like visible lumps and
clumping. Since results can last between one and two
years, this can leave patients with a poor result for
several months. (Related:
How to
get a beautiful smile) The
gold standard for augmenting the inner lip is
hyaluronic acid fillers (e.g.
Juvederm,
Restylane,
Revanesse, etc.), which last three to six
months. Hyaluronic acids carry little risk because
of their short-term results. Collagen can be used,
but due to collagen's high cost, hyaluronic acids
are considered superior. Watch the video
clip below of Dr. Michelle Hardaway explaining the
use of Radiesse. (Related:
Cold sores on lips)
Dr.
Graivier says, "When most people think of
lip
augmentation, they immediately picture lips like
Angelina Jolie. However, the average lip
augmentation patient is aged 35 to 64 and has the
procedure to restore, not to over fill. Lip
augmentation, combined with rejuvenation of
surrounding problem areas like laugh lines, can
really remove years from your appearance. The key
is using the appropriate filler in the correct
area." (Related:
Inflamed lips) Related:
Brittany Murphy lip
augmentation
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