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Augmentation of the lips should be subtle. A small increase goes a long way and gives a natural, sexy fullness to the lips. Your lips should not arrive in a room before you.You should discuss what you'd like your lips to look like. Do you want more body in your lips, more definition of the edges of the lips, or both? Your upper lip should be smaller than your lower lip (70% the size of the lower lip). The lower lip should not be filled all the way to the corner (oral commissure) to avoid a "sausage" appearance.For lip augmentation, I offer my patients dental nerve blocks to numb the lips, which makes the treatment much more pleasant for both of us. In patients who decline a nerve block, numbing gel is applied, and then prior to each injection an ice pack is held on the lip.Lips should not be overcorrected with Juvederm, as the product attracts more water from under the skin after it is injected. Initially your lips should look more swollen than you would like, just from the trauma of the injections. Patients do comment that their lips feel smoother after Juvederm than with other fillers. Within 12-24 hours they should look how you'd like them to look.If after one week there is asymmetry, then return to your doctor. If they are too big, then Widase can be injected to help dissolve some of the product. If they are uneven, a little more may be added.Lastly, I just read Dr. Arnold Klein's (Dr. Klein is THE expert in injectables) comments here on RealSelf.com, which are very informative.Good luck.Dr. P
Juvederm is an excellent choice for adding volume to the lips. I prefer to use Juvederm Ultra Plus XC for this application. Make sure that the person injecting the Juvederm is a board certified plastic surgeon. Nurse injectors just do not have enough skill, training, education, or expertise to inject fillers.
Thank you for your question. Yes. We use Juvederm products in the lips and around the mouth, (in the Nasolabial Folds, and Marionette lines), frequently. We like Juvederm Ultra Plus XC for the Nasolabial Folds, and Marionette lines. We like the Juvederm Ultra for the lips, as we believe it is a bit softer and more "kissable." Please discuss your goals with your well trained, experienced injector.Jeffrey J. Roth, M.D., F.A.C.S.Board Certified Plastic SurgeonLas Vegas Plastic Surgery
Juvederm increases the volume of your lips which will give you a plumber and fuller look. It usually lasts 12 to 18 months. It may be helpful to show your doctor a picture to give them an idea of how you'd like your lips to look. Your doctor will let you know if what you want is realistic and achievable.Good luck
Thank you for your question. Juvederm is a great option for the lips. It will enhance your lips with beautiful volume. Most of my patients love this product over Restylane. I would advise you to consult with an expert injector.
Juvederm is FDA approved for use in the lips as a volume replacement. Juvederm lasts up to 12 months.