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Lip Augmentation Cost & Profile
- Avg. Cost: $1487
- Candidate: Thin lips
- Length: 1 hour
- Treatments: One
- Results: Permanent
- Back to work: Within 1 week
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Top Dermal Fillers for Lip Augmentation
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Dermal fillers, also known as injectable fillers, have become one of the most effective treatment options for plumping up wrinkles and improving the shape and tone of the face. They can also be used to increase the size of the lips, and some of today’s most sought-after lip plumping treatments include Restylane, Juvederm and collagen fillers.
Most fillers for lip augmentation are temporary, so many people need to undergo touch-up treatments if they want to maintain results. Here’s a close look at the different types of dermal filler options for lip augmentation:
Restylane for Lip Augmentation
Restylane is made with non-animal compounds so there is a low risk of an allergic reaction. The filler is made with a hyaluronic acid gel that binds easily to the skin tissues to create a natural appearance. The treatment has become a popular choice among celebrities who want a quick-fix procedure before a big event, and results can last several months.
Lip Augmentation with Juvederm
Juvederm is another soft gel made from hyaluronic acid, and helps to increase the volume of the lips while filling out fine lines and wrinkles. This injectable can last up to 4 months, and there is no allergy testing required. The procedure is typically administered using topical anesthesia or a nerve block for lip augmentation, and results will be seen immediately. Juvederm can also be used as a wrinkle filler to smooth out wrinkles around the mouth, eyes and cheeks.
Collagen Fillers for Lip Augmentation
Collagen is a protein produced by the body and the amount of collagen present in the skin tissues typically deteriorates with age. Collagen fillers are often made with bovine tissue and are injected directly into the lips to increase their size. Most people need to have a skin test for allergic reactions, but if they past the test, this treatment offers the most natural results.
Lip Augmentation with Aquamid
Aquamid is made with 2.5% hydrophilic polyacrylamide and 97.5% water, and is a very thick and malleable gel. It is becoming one of the most sought-after fillers for facial rejuvenation in Europe, and does promise permanent results. In addition to filling out lines around the mouth, the gel can be used to fill out any depressed corners of the mouth and enhance the lips. This formula may not be injected directly into the lips, but does show promise for rejuvenating the area around the mouth and making the lips appear fuller, plumper and more youthful.
Perlane for Lip Augmentation
Perlane is a synthetic filler that promises longer-lasting results from other fillers. The compounds in Perlane are not derived from animals, so there is little risk of an allergic reaction (it is another hyualorinc acid filler). The lip-plumping treatment has been approved by the FDA and over one million treatments have been administered around the world. The lips must be numbed with local anesthetic before application, and most people experience some swelling immediately after the treatment. However, most people enjoy natural-looking results a few days after the treatment.
Learn more about lip augmentation in our information guide, or consult with a cosmetic surgeon in your area to find out which dermal filler is right for you.
Published: 03/13/2009, Last Updated: 03/13/2009
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