Best treatment for disappearing lips? (photos)

I am happy to hear you are a non-smoker, as
smoking would certainly not do any favors for lip lines, skin, or your general
health! As we age, our collagen breaks down both naturally and due to
environmental damage, causing loss of elasticity and plumpness. Your lips have
great shape, however if you are concerned with restoring volume and minimizing
lip lines, this is a fairly simple fix.

Hyaluronic acid based fillers such as
Restylane Silk or Juvederm are best suited for the delicate area both in and
around the lips, and generally last about 6-9 months. In my office I use a
microcannula to inject this area, allowing for less injection sites and
therefore less chance for bruising and/or swelling. I also utilize a tool
called the AccuVein light, which highlights patient’s superficial veins, allowing
me to avoid them during injection. The combination of these techniques, as well
as proper filler choice and placement has revolutionized the comfort and
downtime involved in my injectable treatments.

Be sure to consult with a board certified
Dermatologist who possesses ample experience in lip injections. Lip fillers in
particular require a sharp aesthetic eye for ratio and symmetry; pay close
attention to a physician’s own before and after photos. Best of luck!