Lip lift before or after fat graft to lips?

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want to get fat grafting done to my lips to see how it looks and then get a lip lift if it looks like the distance is still too long. would this hinder the outcome or make the lip lift difficult or even change the look of my lips with the fat graft present? or should I lift first then graft for the nicest shape and outcome?

Thomas Buonassisi, MD · Answer

I would recommend having the lip augmentation first. I prefer to use synthetic fillers rather than fat as fat can be very unpredictable. The lip lift procedure is designed to shorten the upper lip and once the filler is stable you can decide if you still need it.Best of luck

Barry L. Eppley, MD, DMD · Answer

Try either synthetic fillers or fat injections first. Then wait three months to see whether a lip lift would still be beneficial. Having any form of filler in the lips does not hinder a lip lift later as it is done above this level of the lip.

Richard Chaffoo, MD, FACS, FICS · Answer

Hi and thanks for your question. I am not a big fan of either approach to rejuvenate the lip. The lip lift creates a scar which wasn't there in the first place. Fat is unpredictable and at least half of it resorbs within 6-12 months as well as occasionally looking or feeling lumpy. There are a number of great fillers today so they would be my first choice. Although temporary, there is no downside and the results can be very natural so start with this before contemplating any permanent changes you might not like in the end and regret. Best of luck!

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