I am happy with the size and volume of my lower lip, but my upper lip does not have as much prominence and almost completely disappears when I smile. I am not looking for a dramatically noticeable difference, (just a slight natural looking improvement) so was wondering if botox above the lip could be an option instead of lip fillers. Is there any merit behind this idea?
May 18, 2017
Answer: Yes Botox can help but liplift is usually a better choice Injecting Botox into upper lip can actually create more pout but one has to be very careful since too much Botox will actually dropo your lip and make it paralyzed
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May 18, 2017
Answer: Yes Botox can help but liplift is usually a better choice Injecting Botox into upper lip can actually create more pout but one has to be very careful since too much Botox will actually dropo your lip and make it paralyzed
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May 18, 2017
Answer: Lip Botox Yes, what you've read is correct. However, the goal is to be conservative. Anything more than 4-5 units placed at the vermillion border can cause drooling and other issues with lip competence. I add Botox to the upper lip for both lines and wrinkles and increase red lip show. However, some patients do not like it. Start slowly with a small amount of Botox to determine if this is correct for you. Also, consult with a facial injectable/ surgery expert who understands the complexity of the muscles around the mouth area and will treat you with a soft touch.Stephen Weber MD, FACS
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May 18, 2017
Answer: Lip Botox Yes, what you've read is correct. However, the goal is to be conservative. Anything more than 4-5 units placed at the vermillion border can cause drooling and other issues with lip competence. I add Botox to the upper lip for both lines and wrinkles and increase red lip show. However, some patients do not like it. Start slowly with a small amount of Botox to determine if this is correct for you. Also, consult with a facial injectable/ surgery expert who understands the complexity of the muscles around the mouth area and will treat you with a soft touch.Stephen Weber MD, FACS
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