Lip Enhancement Surgery
Lip augmentation is a procedure we perform in the Plastic Surgery Clinic of Chicago to plump the lips using injectable dermal fillers or excess fat from donor sites of a patient’s body, giving them a rejuvenated, fuller appearance. As an increasingly popular procedure, both men and women benefit from this procedure and more volume in their lips.
AM I A GOOD CANDIDATE FOR LIP AUGMENTATION?
If you are unsatisfied with the fullness of your lips, you may be a good candidate for lip augmentation. Ideal candidates should be physically healthy and non-smokers. Before making the decision to undergo lip augmentation, you should schedule a consultation with a board-certified plastic surgeon to make sure that this is the right procedure for your aesthetic goals. In some cases, another treatment option, such as a brow lift, maybe the best course for you.
WHAT TO EXPECT FROM YOUR CONSULTATION
When you schedule a consultation with the Plastic Surgery Clinic of Chicago, you will meet with a board-certified plastic surgeon that will review your medical history and perform a facial balance evaluation to ensure that you are a good candidate for lip augmentation. Your plastic surgeon will discuss your treatment options with you and recommend the type of filler that best suits your goals.
HOW IS LIP AUGMENTATION PERFORMED?
The manner in which lip augmentation is performed varies depending on the recommended course of treatment—dermal fillers or fat grafting. Unlike most plastic surgery procedures, dermal fillers can be administered in-office by a plastic surgeon.
There are several types of dermal fillers, which range from semi-permanent to permanent and vary in softness and material. Most dermal fillers are made from natural ingredients found elsewhere in the body, or otherwise synthetic materials that mimic and stimulate production of collagen in the body.
To administer dermal fillers, your plastic surgeon will mark the appropriate injection sites on your face. Injections take only moments and are relatively painless. The dermal filler is massaged into the injection site, and subsequent injections are made until results are achieved.
An alternative to dermal fillers is fat grafting, the process of taking excess fat from parts of the body, purifying it, and injecting it into the lips to augment them. Many find that a benefit to fat grafting is that it does not involve any foreign substances. If you have any known allergies to implant materials, you may be an ideal candidate for fat transfer.
RECOVERY AFTER LIP AUGMENTATION
For dermal fillers, recovery is almost immediate, as are the visible results. You may be given an ice pack to reduce swelling. The injection sites will likely feel tender for a couple of days after the injections but are not typically painful enough to require medication.
If you opt for fat grafting lip augmentation, swelling, and bruising are normal after the procedure, and should go down significantly between the first and second week after the procedure. Be prepared to wait for at least seven to ten days before returning to your normal level of activity. By the third week, swelling should be completely gone and results should be apparent.
POTENTIAL RISKS ASSOCIATED WITH LIP AUGMENTATION
Complications from dermal fillers used for lip augmentation are uncommon, but there are always potential risks associated with any procedure. The risks involved may also vary according to the type of dermal filler used, so be sure to discuss this with your plastic surgeon in your consultation. The risks generally associated with lip augmentation may include:
- Swelling and bruising at the injection site
- Asymmetry
- Lumps beneath the skin
- Changes in skin sensation
Regardless of the complexity of the procedure, always ensure that your plastic surgeon is board-certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgeons and that the procedure is being performed in an accredited hospital or surgical facility.
WHAT DOES LIP AUGMENTATION COST?
The cost of dermal fillers varies by several factors, so an average is difficult to ascertain. Your location, surgeon, type of dermal fillers, and the number of injections required to achieve results will all affect the cost of the procedure. Be sure to discuss costs with your plastic surgeon during your consultation.
SCHEDULE A CONSULTATION
If you would like fuller, more voluminous lips, or even if you have questions about the procedure and treatment options for lip augmentation, schedule a consultation with the Plastic Surgery Clinic of Chicago. You will speak with a board-certified plastic surgeon, who will discuss your specific aesthetic goals and determine if lip augmentation is right for you.
All surgical procedures by the Plastic Surgery Clinic of Chicago are performed at top hospitals in Chicago and CMS or AAAASF-certified surgical centers for safety.
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As the seasons change, so should your skincare! Fall is all about keeping your skin hydrated as the air gets cooler and drier. Here’s a go-to fall skincare routine you can reference when swapping out your summer products to help your skin thrive: 🍂
1. Start with a hydrating cleanser
2. Use a toner to remove any excess dirt, oil, makeup, and residue
3. Incorporate a gentle retinol
4. Boost brightness with a Vitamin-C serum
5. Swap your lightweight moisturizer for a richer, thicker formula
6. Don’t skip the SPF (yes, even in fall!)
7. Take care of your lips with a nourishing lip balm
8. Moisturize your hands with a thick hand cream
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This is a 2 year follow-up revision rhinoplasty case. The patient had had 2 prior rhinoplasties in the past and was bothered by the nasal deviation, the dorsal hump, and the under-rotated and under-projected tip. In the post-operative views, you can see the nose is straighter, symmetric dorsal aesthetic lines have been established, the dorsal hump was removed, and the tip was elevated and rotated. It’s amazing how a more symmetric and proportional nose improves the balance and overall aesthetics of the face. Posted with permission.
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This is a great example of how buccal fat removal changes the face. Buccal fat removal involves removing fat from the lower cheeks and the purpose is to narrow the lower 1/3 of the face. With removal of the buccal fat pad, the face appears less round and more angular or V-shaped. Buccal fat removal was popularized and trending during the pandemic, however, not everyone is a good candidate for this procedure. Ideal candidates are younger patients in their 20-30’s with a rounder face, and excess volume of the lower cheeks. As we age, the face loses volume and therefore patients in their 40’s plus may not be good candidates. An article in our journal from 2021, The Role of Buccal Fat Pad in Facial Aesthetic Surgery, by Drs. Rohrich and Stuzin, highlighted that this procedure can be beneficial in certain patients but if over resected or performed in the wrong patient, can lead to premature aging and midface distortion. Posted with permission.
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How important is the chin in a rhinoplasty case? This patient’s results show how important the nose-chin relationship is for a balanced and proportional profile. This patient had a crooked nose, a prominent dorsal hump, and a very deficient chin. After straightening her nose, removing the dorsal hump, lifting and refining the tip, and performing a sliding genioplasty; look how much her profile has changed aesthetically for the better.
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Thinking about getting a rhinoplasty? Here are some things you should know before getting this procedure!
1. Are you physically and mentally ready for a rhinoplasty and recovery process?
2. Can you articulate what your rhinoplasty goals are and are they realistic?
3. Have you found the right surgeon and practice to get you where you want to be?
If you have any questions, leave them down below!
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In facial feminization surgery, a common question we get is how do we contour the forehead and orbital rim. There are two main techniques that craniofacial surgeons utilize. A type 1 technique is where we use a burr or shaving device to shave and contour the bone to set it back or make it less prominent. To be a good candidate for this technique, one would have to have thick bone, a smaller frontal sinus, and less frontal bossing. A type 3 technique is where we use a saw to cut off the outer part of the frontal sinus bone, shave down the forehead and then replace the bone with titanium plates and screws. Good candidates for this procedure are patients with thin bone of the frontal sinus, a large frontal sinus and significant frontal bossing. We determine which technique would best achieve a patient’s goals through a clinical exam and a CT scan. Posted with permission. Videos are educational.
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Is it a good night’s sleep, filler, or surgery? These patients underwent a lower blepharoplasty procedure, and in the post-operative photos, you can see an improvement in the contour of the lower eyelids, no more bags, and reduced dark circles. The results? A brighter, more youthful, and refreshed appearance. Posted with permission.
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