Micro-Cannulas for Lip Enhancement. Do They Produce Better Results?

I currently utilize microcannulas for most of my facial injections.  I especially enjoy using them for correcting lower eyelid tear trough deformities.  I do also utilize the microcannulas for lip enhancement.  It does require some finesse and it is important to find an injector who is quite comfortable with these techniques.  It definitely is beneficial to avoid any bruising that  may occur when using sharp needles.

Lip enhancement is as much of an art as it is a science.  In my experience, I find that using a small gauge needle provides excellent natural looking results.  It’s important to select a surgeon who understands the natural arch and anatomy of the lips to provide the most natural inviting look.  Adding the micro-cannulas does not improve anyone’s technique, however the manufacturers state that it may minimize bruising.  Nevertheless, anytime you are piercing the skin with a needle you have the opportunity for redness, swelling and bruising.

Thank you for your question! Lip enhancement is as much of an art as it is a science. Using a small gauge needle provides excellent natural looking results.  It’s important to select a surgeon who understands the natural arch and anatomy of the lips to provide the most natural inviting look.  Adding the micro-cannulas does not improve anyone’s technique.However the manufacturers state that it may minimize bruising. Nevertheless, anytime you are piercing the skin with a needle you have the opportunity for redness, swelling and bruising. Best of luck!

Lip enhancement is as much of an art as it is a science. Using a small gauge needle provides excellent natural looking results.  It’s important to select a surgeon who understands the natural arch and anatomy of the lips to provide the most natural inviting look.  Adding the micro-cannulas does not improve anyone’s technique.However the manufacturers state that it may minimize bruising.  Nevertheless, anytime you are piercing the skin with a needle you have the opportunity for redness, swelling and bruising.

I have seen a significant drop in the amount of
bruising occurring in patients after filler injections when using a
microcannula. Since the microcannula is blunt tipped, it is less likely to
rupture a vessel, leading to bruising. A
microcannula is flexible, which also allows for direct access to the area being
treated and more precision. Different
sizes of the cannula can be selected based on filler being used and the area
being treated. I think that
microcannulas are specifically useful in sensitive and tender areas of the
face, such as the lips or under the eyes. There is a certain technique and training needed when using microcannulas
so it’s important to ask your doctor how long he/she has been using microcannulas
and what you can expect during and after treatment. Overall, so long as you physician has
mastered the technical nuances of microcannula results, I believe the results
are clearly superior. I hope that you
find this information useful!