Plump, rosy lips always invite a kiss. Want lips as full and red as Julia Roberts' or Shu Qi's? Relying solely on makeup to shape your lips can feel unnatural—the color looks artificial, and while the shape may appear larger, the lips themselves remain thin. This often results in a heavy makeup look, making the lips seem like a gaping maw. That's where autologous fat transfer for lip augmentation comes in.
Non-invasive autologous fat lip augmentation: Plump, vibrant, and natural-looking
The principle behind autologous fat lip augmentation is straightforward. Between the white line and the orbicularis oris muscle lies a natural pocket. A skilled doctor injects autologous fat into this space, then massages it to ensure even distribution. Magically, the lips become fuller. Optimal results typically appear after two to three months, when the lips achieve a naturally plump, rosy fullness.
Beyond lip augmentation, the philtrum is integral to the lips' overall aesthetic. Individuals with a shallow philtrum can also undergo the same procedure, though post-injection massage and shaping remain essential steps.
Note: "Haste makes waste." Lip augmentation is generally achieved through multiple sessions. A single excessive injection can cause lumps or pain, so experienced practitioners typically perform the procedure in stages. Additionally, choose a reputable hospital, as skilled doctors have precise control over injection volume and placement. To avoid unpleasant outcomes, selecting a certified cosmetic facility is essential.
Plastic Surgery Expert Answers:
1. What are common aesthetic deficiencies and deformities of the lips?
Answer: Common unattractive or deformed lips include thick lips, thin lips, and secondary cleft lip deformities.
2. What is thick lip deformity, and what causes it?
Answer: Lip thickness refers to the thickness of the upper and lower red lips when the mouth is lightly closed.Medical aesthetics experts define the ideal female lip thickness as 8.2 mm for the upper red lip and 9.1 mm for the lower red lip. Male lips are typically 2-3 mm thicker than female lips. Lip thickness undergoes significant age-related changes, notably thinning after age 40. Generally, upper and lower red lip thickness exceeding 8-12 mm at the center is considered thick lips.
Primary causes of thick lips include: congenital hypertrophy, double lips (visible as two lip edges when opening or closing the mouth), rare facial nerve paralysis, and connective tissue hypertrophy of the lips caused by Crohn's disease.
3. What is the optimal treatment for thick lip deformity? Is it painful?
Answer:The ideal corrective approach for thick lips or double lips is cosmetic surgery. This procedure is relatively straightforward, typically performed under local anesthesia in an outpatient setting. An incision is made along the mucosa of the lateral red lip, parallel to the upper and lower lip arches. A strip of mucosa, including partial submucosal tissue and orbicularis oris muscle, is excised. Cosmetically refined suturing restores the red lip thickness to an aesthetically pleasing standard. The surgery is brief and involves minimal discomfort.