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That is a steristrip. But, it is not really a good choice for that location. The lip / nose junction is too mobile for a steristrip to make much sense. And, the incision should be high enough that the tape would block your nostrils. A silicone based scar gel is more appropriate.
they are called steristrips. you can probably get them from your surgeon's office or see if they can be ordered online.
The ratio of nose to lip over lip to chin in your face is less than 1/2. In my opinion it should definitely be more than 1/2 and preferably be 1/3. I would obviously have to see your entire face, examine you and get a sense that this procedure will benefit you and make you happy before I could...
You would be a good candidate for a lip lift. A lip lift does 4 things: shortens the distance between your nose and upper lip, increases the mucosa of the upper lip, increases the incisor show and pulls up the corners. Best Wishes, Gary Horndeski, M.D.
Hello, all scars look its best after 12 months. that's the realistic answer. at first week it looks relatively messy and noticable. aftercare and personal healing is an important factor. i like telling my patients that for a course of 2-3 months it will look red just like any other scar. after 1...
A lip lift is a surgical procedure aimed at enhancing the shape and volume of the lips. While the initial results can be quite dramatic, it's important to note that the final results can take up to a year to fully manifest due to the natural healing process. Over time, some of the initial lift...
Hello jkkkk, i've looked at your photos, and considered your numbers. in my experience 15mm lips with good upper teeth shows like yours are relatively not so good candidates for liplift. let me explain why: because 4 mm excision makes so little difference its not worth having a scar (no matter...
It's understandable that you want to achieve the best aesthetic outcome after your lip lift. However, it's important to consider several factors before deciding on a revision surgery. 1. Healing Time: Your body needs time to heal after any surgical procedure. It can take several months for...
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