Micro-Cannulas for Lip Enhancement. Do They Produce Better Results?

asked 7 months ago by MelbourneGirl in Melbourne
Latest answer by Steven F. Weiner, MD
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Hello, I would like to gain some insight into the use of micro-cannulas for lip injection fillers. There seems to be a lot mixed reviews. A few clinics & surgeries that I rang claimed micro-cannulas produces smoother results with minimal discomfort, brusing & pain than regular needle injections. Whilst others claim that they're not as precise & are slightly more uncomfortable than needles. And that more training is needed to be artful & precise when using micro-cannulas. What are your thoughts?

7 answers to Micro-Cannulas for Lip Enhancement. Do They Produce Better Results?

Micro-cannulae for Lip Enhancement

I use both micro-cannulae and needles for lip enhancement. The main reason for using the micro-cannulae is to reduce bruising. I have seen minimal difference, however, between the two. Also, if you are trying to elevate a line, the blunt cannula will not work, since the injection needs to be into the dermis. For lip enhancement, I would concentrate on the results obtained, not what needle is used.

Robert T. Buchanan, MD
Highlands Plastic Surgeon

Micro cannulas for lip injections

I use both micro cannulas and regular needles for filler injections in all areas of the face including the lips. I can unequivocally tell you that bruising, discomfort, and cosmetic results are entirely dependent on the skill of the injecting physician and not on the type of needle or cannula they use. The effectiveness of your treatment depends on your physician’s ability to visualize the desired changes and to select and skillfully administer the best treatments alone or in... more

Mitchell Schwartz, MD
South Burlington Dermatologic Surgeon

Micro or Blunt Cannulas for Lip Enhancement-No question there is less bruising and swelling

I have been using the blunt cannulas for lips since early 2011. My experience shows that the discomfort, swelling, and overall satisfaction with the procedure is much better with the cannulas. Upper lip lines can be addressed with a horizontal technique, shown in the video attached. There is a little less precision with the cannula, but in the right hands, the lips look extremely natural, and the downtime is minimal. With needles and bruising, you can be out of... more

Steven F. Weiner, MD
Pensacola Facial Plastic Surgeon

Surgeon's technique important factor in lip enhancement

Lip enhancement is as much of an art as it is a science. In my experience, I find that using a small gauge needle provides excellent natural looking results. It’s important to select a surgeon who understands the natural arch and anatomy of the lips to provide the most natural inviting look. Adding the micro-cannulas does not improve anyone’s technique, however the manufacturers state that it may minimize bruising. Nevertheless, anytime you are piercing... more

Timothy Jochen, MD
Palm Springs Dermatologic Surgeon

Fillers using micro cannulas

I do alot of fat injections for the lips. I typically don't like to use cannulas for lip fillers because of the extra discomfort. I also think that there is more bruising and swelling at times with the cannula technique and the downtime can be even longer. I reserve the cannulas for fat injections. Below is a video on permalip augmentation that could be a more longer lasting option for you. see video

Philip Young, MD
Bellevue Facial Plastic Surgeon

Micro cannula injectoin of the lip

I assume you mean fat injection which is done all the time. The problem is that you may have poor take in some areas and not others. Fillers although temporary usually give a more reliable result initially. Fat is permanent and usually requires a few treatments to get the desired result.

Steven Wallach, MD
Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

Lip augmentation

Fat transfer to the lip is extremely surgeon and technique dependant. annulas is better.In the lip and the tear trough the smaller the packets of fat the better the result and the longer lasting. These small fat cells acquire blood supply fast and the take of the graft is better. So micro lipo canulas is better Not necessarly less pain or bruising (That is a marketing ploy) I some times use the infiltration cannula to harvest the fat . That gives small packets of fat, but... more

Samir Shureih, MD
Baltimore Plastic Surgeon

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