Fat Injections in Lips, Is this Possible?

Question

I heard of a procedure that can be done with ones own fat, then it is cleaned and injected in the desired area, I am interested in getting my lips augmented and was wondering if this procedure can be done with injecting the fat in the lips? Also, what would be the cost of it?

Michael A. Fallucco, MD, FACS · Answer

I personally would not recommend fat injection to the lips as it can be unpredictable in the amount of fat that lives. The down side is that the blood supply to the lips is so great that it is easy to over correct the lips leaving an undesirable result. There are fillers that patients can try, they are not permanent, and if the patient likes the result there are other permanent options. Hope this helps!

Larry S. Nichter, MD, MS, FACS · Answer

I have used fat injections to the lips for 25 years and find that it results in soft and natural lip .augmentation. The problem is that although you will always have some improvement with each procedure the amount that survives is highly variable and I believe dependent on the experience of the surgeon and other technical factors. Probably, that is why there are some negative posts. I have not experienced lumps as much as the variability of take. I always tell my patients to expect more than one lipoinjection procedure to get to their goal which is a soft and natural lip augmentation that is long lasting if not permanent.. It will look natural in an experienced surgeon's hands.

David Hansen, MD · Answer

Fat injections are very unpredictable and can last anywhere from 3-12 months but has the disadvantage of being lumpy or irregular once it settles down and often needs to be redone in 3-6 months at a cost of roughly $1500-2500 per session. Some turn out nice and natural looking though.  Sincerely,

	David Hansen,MD

Toby Mayer, MD · Answer

I have used fat injections to the lips for 35 years. Done properly it is an excellent filler and lasts forever. The celebs like Meg Ryan had too much filler injected. It looks natural as long as the surgeon is experienced.

Thomas A. Lamperti, MD · Answer

Fat transfer like you describe is possible and a great treatment for the face. It doesn't have a very good longetivity in the lips, though. Filler injection in the office is a better option for the lips.

Jill Tomlinson, MBBS, FRACS · Answer

Fat injections to the lips is definitely possible. The "take" of the fat is variable, so you may need more than one procedure, but if done carefully the risk of lumpiness is low and the results can be very long lasting.

	If you are looking to have lip augmentation performed for a specific event (such as a wedding) I would suggest having a filler injection instead, because the results are more predictable, although not as long lasting. Good luck!

Mark Taylor, MD · Answer

Fat is a much thicker and somewhat lumpy filler that Restylane, Perlane or Juvederm, so it is much more difficult to achieve an artful result, however the results will be longer lasting.

Philip Young, MD · Answer

I think placing fat in the lips is a great way to achieve the results you want. Of course as with any procedure you want to be sure and find a surgeon who has a lot of experience doing it because Fat survival in the lips can very. It can last a very long time unlike the typical 5-8 months with fillers.

Barry L. Eppley, MD, DMD · Answer

Fat injections into the lips is a commonly done procedure. It is not a question of whether it can be done but whether it should be done. Its survival into the lips is far from guaranteed and that is the main risk that you take in having this method of lip augmentation. Costs would be in the the range of $1500. If you have never had synthetic filler lip augmentation, that would be a good place to start. If you have and are now seeking an effort at something that has a chance to be more permanent, then you may be a good candidate for fat injections.

Steven Wallach, MD · Answer

Fat injections to the lips can be performed, although this area is one of the toughest for fat to take well.  Usually filler injections although not permanent give more predictable results.

Fat Injections in Lips, Is this Possible?

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