Lip Augmentation Options

Are you interested in enhancing the appearance of your lips? Do you desire thicker, fuller lips? Well, a form of lip augmentation is likely what you’ll need to achieve that new look. You just need to find out which form is right for you. When comparing the forms, you will find differences in recovery time as well as permanence. As you might think, the methods that last the longest will usually take the longest to recover from. The following will describe some of the available lip enhancement options.

Fillers

Fillers are a popular method of lip augmentation. This method is performed by injecting materials, such as collagen, Fascian, and Radiance into the lips. The benefits are that it is not a very painful procedure, doesn”t take a lot of time, and the recovery period is very short. However, the full appearance is not permanent. It is a temporary enhancement that will require further augmentation to keep the full appearance of the lips.

Implants

To get a more permanent lip enhancement, implants can be inserted into your lips. Sometimes the procedure is combined with a face lift so that some of your own tissue can be placed in the lip to get the enhanced look. If that is not an option, grafts can be used such as AlloDerm or Gortex. The benefit is the permanence of the procedure. Compared to the filler option, there is increased recovery time for implants.

Contact Us

If you are looking to improve the appearance of your lips, Austin facial plastic surgeon Dr. Louis Apostolakis, M.D. can help you achieve the look you desire. For more information, or to schedule an appointment, contact Dr. Louis Apostolakis, M.D. at 512-329-8989 today.