Excellence in Lip Enhancement
Lip Enhancement Newport Beach, CA
As one of the most sensual parts of the body, the lips are widely seen as appealing when they are luscious and plump. Full, smooth lips are also a sign of youth, as lips tend to lose volume and shape as we age, becoming thin and undefined, and a new source of wrinkles and lines.
In some cases, thin lips are a trait you are born with. Lip enhancement can also be performed to add volume and shape to lips that are naturally thin and undefined. Dr. Sajjadian’s goal with lip enhancement is to create naturally soft, fuller, and well-proportioned lips. Lip enhancement can help you look and feel younger by restoring volume to your lips.
Dr. Ali Sajjadian will discuss the possibilities with you in a personal consultation to decide if lip enhancement can help you achieve the look you are after, and which treatment will be most effective for you. To meet Dr. Sajjadian and his friendly staff, call us at (949) 515-0550 or complete our online form.
A Guide to Lip Enhancement
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Am I a Good Candidate for Lip Enhancement?
If you are bothered by thin, poorly defined lips, if your lips disappear when you smile, or if your lips have lost volume with age, lip enhancement might be the answer for you. Skillfully done, lip enhancement can:
- Add volume to naturally thin lips
- Restore volume to aging lips
- Improve the aesthetic balance between the upper and lower lips
- Smooth vertical lines in the lips
- Refine the shape of the lips
Lip Enhancement Treatments
Dr. Sajjadian offers a full range of lip enhancement treatments, including:
- Lip fillers
- Lip implants
- Fat injections
- Tissue grafting
- Lip lift
Each has its advantages for different lip enhancement goals. Dr. Sajjadian, in a personal consultation with you, will evaluate your lips, discuss your desired outcomes, and recommend the procedure or combination of procedures most suited to your needs.
Expertise Meets Compassion
As a triple board-certified plastic surgeon, Dr. Sajjadian has helped thousands of patients reach their aesthetic goals using the most advanced techniques and upholding the highest quality of patient care. Voted as one of “America’s Top Physicians,” Dr. Sajjadian takes pride in educating his patients and achieving natural results.
Lip Fillers
Lip fillers are fine forms of injectable dermal fillers used to add volume to or reduce wrinkles on the face and neck. These include Juvéderm® and Restylane®, which are made from hyaluronic acid, a naturally occurring substance in the body that binds moisture in the tissue below the skin surface. Both Juvéderm and Restylane also contain lidocaine, a numbing medication that makes the procedure more comfortable. Different formulations of the fillers are used to add volume to and plump lips or to fill and soften fine lip lines.
Injections of lip filler take about 15 to 30 minutes and require no downtime for recovery. Improvements are noticeable immediately after treatment and reach their full effect in about two weeks. Each treatment lasts six months to a year, after which it can be repeated.
Lip Implants
Lip implants are a more permanent alternative to lip filler injections. In a lip implant procedure, small incisions are made in the corners of the mouth, and implants are inserted into the lips. The implants are made from a soft form of silicone that matches the flexibility of the lips, or from a biodegradable material with the same resilient qualities.
While it involves minimal surgery, a lip implant is performed in Dr. Sajjadian’s office with a local anesthetic. The procedure takes about 30 minutes. It does require some downtime for recovery, typically one to three days. The results can last for many years.
Fat Transfer
Another alternative to dermal fillers for lip enhancement is to harvest fat tissue from elsewhere on the body, using liposuction, and inject it into the lips. This is known as autologous fat transfer or fat grafting. Like dermal fillers, the procedure is fast and easy. It is done in Dr. Sajjadian’s office and typically takes 60 to 90 minutes, with little or no downtime for recovery.
The results of fat transfer are visible immediately and can last for five years or longer. Because the procedure uses the body’s own fat tissue, the plumped lips have a very natural look and feel.
Tissue Grafting
In tissue grafting, a piece of your own skin is used for lip enhancement. The donor skin can be taken from the lower abdomen or the thigh, or as part of another procedure, such as a facelift or surgery to remove a C-section scar. The top layer of donor skin is removed, and a thin strip of the underlying tissue is rolled to create the desired implant shape. This is then inserted into the lips in a procedure similar to that used for a lip implant.
The tissue-grafting procedure takes 60 to 90 minutes, and one to three days should be allowed for recovery. The increased lip volume achieved with tissue grafting can last for five years or more.
Lip Lift
A lip lift is used to address a different set of aesthetic issues, either a narrow upper lip or a downward slope of the mouth. In this procedure, an incision is made just below the nose or on the side of the mouth, and a small section of skin is removed to pull the lips upward. Fine cosmetic sutures are used to close the incision with almost invisible scarring. These sutures must then be removed in the doctor’s office four or five days later.
In a variation on the lip lift procedure, called vermillion advancement, a strip of skin is removed along the borders of the lips, and the colored portion of the lips is pulled to fill the gap. The result is a more visible area of colored lip tissue.
Contact Dr. Sajjadian for a Lip Augmentation Consultation
During your initial consultation, Dr. Ali Sajjadian will discuss the many lip enhancement options available to you. Dr. Sajjadian takes time with each patient to discuss the desired result and expectations. He then creates a personalized plan for your lip enhancement, recommending the procedure or combination of procedures that will best achieve the desired results.
Different procedures have different recovery times, and Dr. Sajjadian will discuss those with you as part of his recommendations. His goal is to develop a treatment plan that fits your busy life and results in the look that you want. Schedule a consultation by completing our online form or calling us at (949) 515-0550.
Benefits of Lip Enhancement
Luscious lips can enhance your overall facial aesthetics, helping you look more youthful and attractive. Here are some key benefits of lip enhancement:
- Improved Self-Confidence: Many individuals feel more confident and beautiful after achieving fuller lips that better align with their desired appearance.
- Non-Surgical Options: A variety of non-surgical treatments, such as lip fillers, offer quick and effective results with minimal downtime.
- Long-Lasting Results: Depending on the chosen procedure, lip enhancement can provide lasting results from several months to several years.
- Customized Approach: Sajjadian tailors each treatment to the patient’s unique needs and goals, ensuring natural-looking and harmonious results.
Post-Treatment Care
After your lip enhancement procedure, it’s essential to follow the post-treatment care guidelines provided by Dr. Sajjadian to ensure optimal results and a smooth recovery. These may include:
- Avoiding strenuous activities for a few days
- Keeping the treated area clean and moisturized
- Following any prescribed medication regimen
- Attending follow-up appointments for assessment and care
Enhance Your Natural Beauty
Lip enhancement by Dr. Ali Sajjadian can help you achieve the stunning, youthful lips you’ve always desired. Whether you’re looking for subtle volume or dramatic transformation, Dr. Sajjadian offers a range of options to suit your aesthetic goals.
Feel free to contact our office with any questions or concerns during your recovery period. Our dedicated team is here to support you every step of the way.
Lip Augmentation FAQs
Some of the leading injectable lip fillers available today with high viscosity have been authorized by the FDA and have undergone clinical trials for optimal results in lip enhancement. They also provide long-term effects.
The longevity of your results will vary from three to nine months, depending on the product chosen and the quantity of filler injected.
Lip implants are a type of permanent lip augmentation that utilizes implants to enhance the lips. Fat grafting is another long-term option for lip enhancement.
The viscosity of the filler determines its duration; the more viscous the filler, the longer it will last.
It is essential to use a filler specifically designed for the lips. To ensure natural movement and feel, a lip filler should be soft and flexible, yet firm enough to maintain the shape of the lips. The injector must balance softness and flexibility with the necessary firmness.
Overfilling can result in an unnatural or artificial look. To prevent this, check the progress in a mirror after each increment of filling. Overfilling may be avoided by administering small amounts of filler over time. Repeated injections can lead to overfilled areas as residual filler accumulates.
An allergic reaction to hyaluronic acid fillers is unlikely because they are made from components similar to those found in the body. Allergy to fillers is rare, but more common reactions are due to the anesthesia within the filler. If you are allergic to lidocaine, please inform us before treatment.
Ensure that your lip augmentation is conducted by a qualified specialist with expertise in injecting lip fillers. It is advisable to avoid salons or non-medical providers. At our medspa, our practitioners have at least five years of experience in lip filler injections.
Common side effects include bleeding, swelling, tenderness, redness, and bruising at the injection sites. Risks also include cold sores or fever blisters (herpes simplex) around the lips.
Avoid strenuous activity for at least 24 hours following therapy. Stay out of the sun for at least 24 hours post-treatment. Apply a cold pack to the lips and ensure adequate hydration. Avoid excessive salt intake for 24 hours to prevent dehydration.
You should wait until the numbing medication has worn off before eating. Additionally, avoid foods that are difficult to eat, chew, or messy during the first 24 hours to minimize disturbance to the injection sites.