Some admire thick lips like Shu Qi's, finding them sensual, while others dislike their own full lips, likening them to a sausage mouth. While lip augmentation is common, how can thick lips be made thinner? Lip reduction surgery can transform a sausage mouth into a petite pout.
How is lip reduction surgery performed?
1. Marking the surgical points
First, mark the points for lip reduction. Draw the planned incision lines, then use a needle dipped in methylene blue solution to prick the skin at key points along the design lines.
2. Incision Preparation
Before incision, the labial artery is compressed near the corners of the mouth using lip clamps or ligation to minimize bleeding. The surgeon then makes the incision.
4. Suturing
The final step involves suturing: first securing the nasal base to reposition the alae, followed by suturing the labial mucosa and orbicularis oris muscle. Avoid excessive muscle layer suturing.
Key considerations for lip reduction surgery:
1. Maintain facial cleanliness preoperatively; women must refrain from makeup. Discontinue aspirin-containing medications prior to surgery.
2. Undergo routine preoperative examinations to confirm absence of infectious diseases or systemic inflammation; only proceed if in good health.
3. Patients with hypertension or diabetes must disclose their conditions during the initial consultation to determine the appropriate surgical plan.
4. Women should avoid scheduling the procedure during menstruation or pregnancy.
5. Consume liquid foods for three days post-surgery. Take oral vitamin C for five days.
6. Dressings are generally unnecessary. Apply antibiotic ointment to sutured incisions as directed and take oral antibiotics.
7. Maintain oral hygiene by rinsing with mouthwash 4-6 times daily.
8. Strictly adhere to the doctor's medication instructions and attend follow-up appointments promptly.