Flat lips, undefined. What are my options? (Photo)

Question

Want to augment or reshape my lips. I have practically no vermillion boarder :( and turning 40, with weight loss has really given my mouth area and face an aged look. What are my options. Don't want very full lips, just a bit fuller, but with definition and shape.

Robert M. Tornambe, MD · Answer

I would recommend conservative lip augmentation with Hyaluronic Acid, like Juvederm Ultra plus to see if you like the look. Another option is fat transfer which is more permanent. It is done under local anesthesia and fat is usually taken from the lower abdomen or thighs. Studies show that at least 1/3 of transferred fat last forever. Seek out a board certified plastic surgeon in your area, Good Luck!

Elliot M. Heller, MD · Answer

You should start out with 1cc of juvederm filler or restylane filler and go from there. You do not want to overdo too much filler in the lips. It also depends on the look you are going for too. You can always add more filler to the lips if needed. Just remember if you are going to do your lips and you do not want to bruise you should not take any aspirins or anything that will thin the blood since brusing can occur. One syringe is typically $550.

Ross A. Clevens, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question. Lip augmentation can augment and reshape your lips through both injectable and surgical options. I suggest that you move forward and consult with a board certified facial plastic surgeon to determine your candidacy and learn more about the options available to you.
Best wishes,

Nelson Castillo, MD · Answer

Thank you for sharing your question and photographs.  The best option at a lip augmentation is careful placement of a hyaluronic acid such as Juvederm Ultra Plus or Vollure.  These can add fullness and definition to the lip but still leave a natural result.  Be sure to see an ASPS board certified plastic surgeon for treatment.

Nirmal Nathan, MD · Answer

Joana,

You appear to be an excellent candidate for an lip filler, such as Juvederm or Volbella. I particularly like Volbella because of the consistency and decreased swelling compared to other fillers. It is important that you go to an experienced and qualified injector, such as a board certified Plastic Surgeon. It is important that he or she understands your treatment goals and expectations. There are other, more permanent surgical techniques with dermal-fat grafts that I used for lip augmentation, but I think filler would be ideal for the situation you are describing. Hope this helps.

Steven Wallach, MD · Answer

Fillers in the lips are a reasonable thing to do to augment the vermilion and to plump the lips a bit. Good luck.

Christian N. Ford, MD · Answer

Thank you for your excellent question.  Based on your narrative and photos, you appear to be an excellent candidate for a conservative lip augmentation with a hyaluronic acid based dermal filler.  Juvederm Ultra or Volbella would be an excellent choice.  Beautiful and natural results can be achieved.  Please be sure to see an expert injector for an in-person consultation to fully discuss your goals and expectations in order to determine the best treatment plan.  Hope this helps and best wishes!

Omar Fouda Neel, MD, FRCSC, FACS · Answer

Thank you for sharing your question. Start with fillers. 1/2 a syringe will give you that little bit of fullness you are looking to achieve. If ever you decide you want more fullness, the other half can be injected 1 - 2 weeks later an d up to even 3 months later should you wish. Always see a board certified plastic surgeon. Best of luck!

Flat lips, undefined. What are my options? (Photo)

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