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Lip Augmentation

Lip augmentation helps you achieve your desired lip shape and volume. Whether you’re looking for subtle enhancement or a more dramatic transformation, we create natural-looking results that complement your unique facial features.

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Lip Augmentation in Reno, NV

Lip augmentation is a cosmetic procedure that enhances the fullness and shape of your lips. Lip augmentation can include the following procedures:

  • Dermal fillers: A non-surgical injection procedure using filler to add volume and definition.
  • Fat transfer: This surgical procedure involves harvesting fat from another part of your body—usually your abdomen, thighs, or buttocks—and injecting it into your lips for more volume and fullness.
  • Lip lift: A surgical procedure that shortens the distance between your nose and your upper lip.

 

Benefits of lip augmentation include increased lip volume, improved lip shape, enhanced facial harmony, and more self-confidence.

Ideal Lip Augmentation Candidates

Ideal lip augmentation candidates are people who desire to enhance their lip appearance. You may have thin lips and desire a more full look. If your upper and lower lips are uneven, lip augmentation can help create a more balanced appearance. A loss of lip volume due to aging may also make you a good candidate for lip augmentation.

If you think you’re a good candidate for lip augmentation, schedule an appointment with our team today.

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Dermal Fillers for Lips

Dermal fillers allow for a fuller, more youthful look by adding volume and definition. They help smooth out lip lines, improve hydration, and correct asymmetry for a natural, refreshed look. At Virden MD, we use the popular dermal filler brand, JUVÉDERM®, to treat you. We will likely use the JUVÉDERM® products VOLBELLA® XC or ULTRA XC for lip augmentation. VOLBELLA® XC is used to enhance your lips, while ULTRA XC adds volume and smooths lines.

Learn more about our dermal fillers services here.

what to expect

Our experienced nurse practitioners will walk you through the procedure so you’re more than comfortable. JUVÉDERM® contains lidocaine, so additional numbing for comfort isn’t often necessary. Your nurse practitioner will gently inject the targeted area with a fine needle and you may feel a slight pinch or tingle. The procedure takes 30 to 45 minutes.

anticipated results

While you may experience some redness or swelling in the treated area, these effects are temporary and usually fade quickly. You’ll notice improvement right after your session.

fat transfer

Fat transfer is a surgical lip augmentation procedure where Dr. Virden harvests fat from another part of your body and injects it into your lips to increase their volume and fullness. This fat usually comes from your abdomen, thighs, or buttocks. The benefit of fat transfer is that fat is a natural tissue and the results are a more authentic appearance. People enjoy long-lasting results with minimal downtime from a fat transfer procedure.

anticipated results

Following your procedure, you may experience swelling, bruising, or numbness in your lips and the donor area. These effects are normal and will gradually subside. Most people return to normal activities within a few days, but more strenuous activities may take a few weeks.

While individual results do vary, you can expect a more natural look with fuller, more defined lips.

what to expect

You may be given local or general anesthesia, depending on your individual situation. Dr. Virden will make a small incision in what is called the donor area, the part of your body where the fat is taken from. Once extracted, the fat is cleaned, processed, and prepared for injection. Dr. Virden then injects the purified fat into your lips and carefully sculpts your desired shape and fullness.

This procedure takes between 1 to 2 hours.

lip lift

A lip lift is a surgical procedure that shortens the distance between your nose and your upper lip. This subtle enhancement can create a fuller, more youthful appearance without needing to use fillers. People looking for a more natural-looking improvement to their smile are good candidates for lip lifts.

what to expect

Your surgeon will give you local anesthesia to help numb the area. Dr. Virden will make small incisions below your nose to remove excess tissue. This reveals a more natural lip.

anticipated results

You may experience swelling, bruising, or temporary numbness around the incision area. While recovery can take several weeks, you should see improvement in swelling and bruising within the first week.

Results of a lip lift may appear subtle, but they are impactful. You can expect a more youthful and balanced appearance, and may notice that shorter distance between your nose and upper lip.

Lip Augmentation FAQs

Lip augmentation is a cosmetic procedure aimed at enhancing the fullness and shape of your lips. Techniques used for lip augmentation include dermal fillers, fat injections, or a lip lift.

Lip lifts are considered cosmetic procedures and are not covered by insurance.

People who get injections for lip augmentation may experience slight discomfort, including pinching and pressure during procedures. For dermal fillers, we use JUVÉDERM® at Virden MD, which contains lidocaine for additional numbing.

For surgical procedures, you will be given a local anesthetic. Post-procedure side effects like bruising, soreness, or swelling may provide some discomfort, but that can be managed with ice packs and over-the-counter pain relievers.

Results vary based on the chosen method. Dermal fillers may last up to 12 months, but touch-ups are required to maintain your desired volume. Other methods like fat transfer or a lip lift offer more long-lasting results.

Dermal fillers are often considered the most natural-looking lip enhancers. The volume and definition are subtle changes and because the results are temporary, this allows for adjustments over time.

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If you’re ready to get scheduled or have any questions for us please do not hesitate to send us a message. One of our associates will get back to you promptly during regular business hours.

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At our plastic surgery practice, we want you to love your lips and your smile. Schedule a private consultation with our office today and learn how a lip augmentation can give you back the fullness in your lips or create the sensuous lips you desire.

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