Lip Augmentation: Q&A
Ask a QuestionHow does Artecoll compare to other fillers for lip augmentation?
What are the advantages and disadvantages of using the Artecoll brand?
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Lip augmentation
Artecoll is no longer available in Canada since there were so many problems with bumps, especially in the lips. Restylane or Juvederm are safe to use in the lips and give very natural results if injected skillfully.
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Avoid Aretcoll for Lip Augmentation. Hyaluronic Acid Filler Much Better
Artecoll is 25% microscopic plastic beads made of a substance known as polymethylmethacrylate suspended in a solution of 75% bovine collagen. This should not be used in the lips because it can cause lumps or granulomas caused by a reaction to the injections and can be difficult for a doctor to treat. I would highly recommend a hyaluronic acid filler, which will not cause lumps or bumps and the end result, will leave your lips looking and feeling natural.
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Permanent Fillers are NOT Good Options for Lip Augmentation
I would never recommend a permanent filler such as Artecoll for lip augmentation. Juvederm or Restylane are the best options for correcting an aging lip. They are used to replace lost volume, define the vermilion borders and create a more youthful curl, elevate and lift the corners of the mouth, and correct vertical wrinkle lines. They can restore the natural contour of the upper and lower lip and enhance the Cupid’s bow area. Lifting the corners of the mouth gives a hint of a smile...
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Artefill (Artecoll) not used for lip augmentation
Although some physicians use Artefill (Artecoll is the name used for this filler outside the U.S.) for lip augmentation, your safest choice at this time is Juvederm or Restylane or other approved hyaluronic acid gels (or your own fat).
Artefill/Artecoll contains small spheres of pmma ( inert plastic) which are dispersed in a carrier of bovine collagen. You must be allergy-tested to rule out the potential for bovine collagen allergy. The pmma microspheres...
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