I have noticed that women who get lip augmentations often have a very un-natural look where the upper lip sticks out in a odd pouty manner. The definition in the upper lip is lost, and the outer corners of the lip have an up-turned effect. What is the cause of this? Is it a doctor error, or is it due to the clients lip shape before-hand? And lastly, is this a result that my doctor can fore-see happening? (I've attached some photos as to what I mean by the "duck-lip" look) Thanks so much
Answer: Duck lips can be avoided with a skilled injector A skilled injector
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October 14, 2015
Answer: Avoiding the "Duck Lip" The most effective way to avoid the "duck lip" look is to choose a surgeon that has a wealth of experience, exceptional training and education, and plenty of experience. As Dr. Weber noted, you should peruse through a surgeon's testimonials and before and after photos to ensure you know the surgeon's entire body of work. I suggest you consult a board certified facial plastic surgeon to receive the
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October 14, 2015
Answer: Avoiding the "Duck Lip" The most effective way to avoid the "duck lip" look is to choose a surgeon that has a wealth of experience, exceptional training and education, and plenty of experience. As Dr. Weber noted, you should peruse through a surgeon's testimonials and before and after photos to ensure you know the surgeon's entire body of work. I suggest you consult a board certified facial plastic surgeon to receive the
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October 13, 2015
Answer: What is the reason behind getting the "duck-lip" look when getting lip augmentations? I totally agree with you. I prefer the before photo to the after in most of the pictures you posted. This results either from an uninformed injector or an experienced injector who willingly creates an unusual result for a patient that desires this look. Placement of too much filler in the upper lip or too much filler placed along the lip line creates this look. The upper lip should be less full than the lower lip and this ratio needs to be respected during injections. Before and after photos are very helpful. If you want a natural look don't go to any physician injectors that highlight these ridiculous results on their websites. Good luck!Stephen Weber MD, FACSDenver Facial Plastic Surgeon
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October 13, 2015
Answer: What is the reason behind getting the "duck-lip" look when getting lip augmentations? I totally agree with you. I prefer the before photo to the after in most of the pictures you posted. This results either from an uninformed injector or an experienced injector who willingly creates an unusual result for a patient that desires this look. Placement of too much filler in the upper lip or too much filler placed along the lip line creates this look. The upper lip should be less full than the lower lip and this ratio needs to be respected during injections. Before and after photos are very helpful. If you want a natural look don't go to any physician injectors that highlight these ridiculous results on their websites. Good luck!Stephen Weber MD, FACSDenver Facial Plastic Surgeon
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December 1, 2016
Answer: Duck Lip and Lip Augmentation The "duck-lip" augmentation is the result of too much product or not choosing the right product or just technique.
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December 1, 2016
Answer: Duck Lip and Lip Augmentation The "duck-lip" augmentation is the result of too much product or not choosing the right product or just technique.
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May 11, 2020
Answer: How to avoid 'duck lips' with lip augmentation In Los Angeles, there are many women who have that over-augmented 'duck' look that you're describing. In my experience, this happens in one of two scenarios. One is when just too much product has been used to make the lips appear over-inflated in general. A second is that many patients and/or injectors elect to treat just the upper lip and not the lower lip. The lower lip should normally be about 20% larger than the upper lip. When only the upper lip is filled to make it equal in size to or larger than the lower lip, the lips look off and the upper lip often looks pulled forward in relation to the lower lip. There is sometimes a shift in aesthetic for some who may think that if some filler is good, more must be better. If you prefer a more natural aesthetic, seek out a doctor who feels the same way and you can expect to achieve a pretty and natural result.
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May 11, 2020
Answer: How to avoid 'duck lips' with lip augmentation In Los Angeles, there are many women who have that over-augmented 'duck' look that you're describing. In my experience, this happens in one of two scenarios. One is when just too much product has been used to make the lips appear over-inflated in general. A second is that many patients and/or injectors elect to treat just the upper lip and not the lower lip. The lower lip should normally be about 20% larger than the upper lip. When only the upper lip is filled to make it equal in size to or larger than the lower lip, the lips look off and the upper lip often looks pulled forward in relation to the lower lip. There is sometimes a shift in aesthetic for some who may think that if some filler is good, more must be better. If you prefer a more natural aesthetic, seek out a doctor who feels the same way and you can expect to achieve a pretty and natural result.
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