Lip Augmentation: Q&A
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Permanent Lip Augmentation in Only One Lip? (photo)
I am very interested in getting permanent lip augmentation, specifically Permalip or Alloderm implants. I love the way my lips look after having Juvederm or Restylane, however, it is too expensive to upkeep and the results simply don't last as long as promised. I really dislike the fake duck lips look though, and only wish to have my upper lip slightly augmented to match my lower lip. Would surgeons typically honor this, or is it necessary to have implants in both lips? I have attached a photo.
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Lena V
in Fairfax, VA
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Silicone and Permalip: Lip Disasters
Until recently, the effects of all injectable filling agents were temporary and very rarely associated with permanent problems. In the past, the permanent injectable silicone had been used but had been so problematic that the Justice Department filed injunctions against certain physicians on behalf of the FDA. PermaLip™ is a patented, CE marked device designed exclusively for the lip and has undergone extensive clinical testing to ensure its safety and efficacy. PermaLip™ is made...
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Lip augmentation
Permanent lip enlargement can be done with several different implants such as PermaLip. I have had good success with Advanta which comes it different sizes as well as shapes. I often just enlarge one lip. This can usually be done in the office under a local anesthetic.
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Permanent Lips Augmentation
Hello,
Thank you for including photographs with your question. It makes having a meaningful discussion about your question a little more realistic.
As you can see there are many options for permanent lip augmentation. The wide range of opinions typically suggests that there is no single best option, but rather a variety of options that can be tailored to meet your specific needs.
My personal feeling is that...
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Lip augmentation
I suggest, based on your photos, that you consider a strip of dermal fat grafted into only the upper lip. This is a simple office procedure that lasts longer than the injectables, and gives fewer problems than the synthetic implants. Your lower lip is fine. Thanks for the photos.
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Permanent lip augmentation
First I would avoid the synthetic products like permalip. They can be palpable and extrude. Second I definitely would avoid free silicone injections. I have seen too many of these gone wrong. Too much fill, migration, and inflammatory responses, and fibrosis to name a few. In addition, it is almost impossible to remove.
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Permanent Lip Augmentation in Only One Lip?
I have performed many Lip Augmentations for over 22 years and have done may using Alloderm Lip Implants. I was the senior author and Plastic Surgeon performing the Lip Augmentations for a scientific paper on the merits of various Lip Augmentation techniques. The conclusion of that paper was that Alloderm was the best method of augmenting the lips.
Having said that, Alloderm remains the primary method for me to augment lips but it is not permanent....
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Silicone Excellent for Permanent Lip Augmentation
Liquid injectable silicone is an excellent permanent solution for lip augmentation. It is the filler we use mostly in our practice. Not only is it permanent and very precise, but it gives very soft and natural-appearing results. We often only inject certain parts of the lips or either the top or bottom depending on the patient's goals and current lip anatomy. I recommend you consult with a board-certified dermatologist or facial plastic surgeon for treatment options....
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Many patients only need 1 lip augmented.
Often patients only get 1 lip enhanced and it is most commonly the upper lip. There are 3 types of permanent lip implants that are available that look great and natural and they are done under local anesthesia in about 20 min for between $1500-2000. Sincerely,
David Hansen,MD
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Permanent lip augmentation
I have found the Perma Facial Implant (known as PermaLip in Europe) to be a very effective method for performing permanent lip augmentation. The device comes in different thicknesses, and the size selected should be based upon your starting lip size and desired result. It is perfectly acceptable to only augment the upper lip, if you are happy with the present size of your lower lip.
I would recommend consultation with a board-certified plastic surgeon experienced in...
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Lip augmentation for shape.
Lip augmentation for shape permanently can be done with either that you describe but I prefer fat augmentation which gives a permanent result and looks and feels more natural. I do not make "duck lips" but rather natural and I have used this for 35 years without and infection.
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