Looking for long-lasting lips, what are my options?
RealSelf actual patient comment:
I have a very small upper lip and not sure what procedure would work that will have ever lasting results? I’ve heard of using my own fat would work? I would like to know what that is called? Or, any other options? Wondering the prices as well..
A.Fortunately I have found that hyaluronic acid fillers such as Juvederm and Volbella last for a very long time in lips when injected properly over 2 to 3 injection sessions. I do not like permanent fillers in lips as the saying goes, “permanent fillers…permanent problems” which I have seen too many times in patients coming to our practice from other clinics where their injection results are “botched.” Fat, like other permanent fillers is great when it works, but is very unpredictable compared to the great hyaluronic acid fillers available today. Consult with expert physician injectors and then choose your injector carefully based on their skill, experience, knowledge, care , and most importantly their natural artistic vision to avoid “trout pout” and “duck” lips. Good luck and be well.
