WEBVTT 1 00:00:00.150 --> 00:00:02.750 line:15% Welcome to your guide to lip augmentation. 2 00:00:02.750 --> 00:00:04.870 line:15% Take a few minutes to familiarize yourself 3 00:00:04.870 --> 00:00:06.760 line:15% with the procedure and what you can do 4 00:00:06.760 --> 00:00:08.620 line:15% to help improve your results. 5 00:00:08.620 --> 00:00:11.420 Remember, this presentation does not take the place 6 00:00:11.420 --> 00:00:13.720 of your consultation and you should make sure 7 00:00:13.720 --> 00:00:17.340 to jot down any questions you may want to ask us later. 8 00:00:17.340 --> 00:00:19.940 line:15% Lip augmentation is a popular procedure 9 00:00:19.940 --> 00:00:22.470 line:15% for creating fuller, plumper lips. 10 00:00:22.470 --> 00:00:25.150 line:15% The appearance of fine lines and wrinkles around the mouth 11 00:00:25.150 --> 00:00:28.640 line:15% may also be reduced following lip augmentation. 12 00:00:28.640 --> 00:00:29.550 line:15% Procedure. 13 00:00:29.550 --> 00:00:32.180 line:15% How will your lip augmentation be performed? 14 00:00:32.180 --> 00:00:34.710 There are two approaches to lip augmentation; 15 00:00:34.710 --> 00:00:36.900 injectables and implants. 16 00:00:36.900 --> 00:00:38.750 In an injectable procedure, 17 00:00:38.750 --> 00:00:42.360 small amounts of filler are injected into specific sites 18 00:00:42.360 --> 00:00:45.200 to enhance the shape and contour of your lips. 19 00:00:45.200 --> 00:00:47.660 There are several types of fillers available 20 00:00:47.660 --> 00:00:49.020 including your own fat. 21 00:00:49.020 --> 00:00:52.630 However, most fillers are based on hyaluronic acid, 22 00:00:52.630 --> 00:00:54.490 a naturally occurring compound 23 00:00:54.490 --> 00:00:56.890 of cartilage found in the human body. 24 00:00:56.890 --> 00:00:59.370 Each filler has its own unique properties 25 00:00:59.370 --> 00:01:01.090 including longevity. 26 00:01:01.090 --> 00:01:02.330 The filler that will provide 27 00:01:02.330 --> 00:01:04.710 the best results for you will be used. 28 00:01:04.710 --> 00:01:06.910 An injectable treatment is not permanent 29 00:01:06.910 --> 00:01:09.680 and additional treatments may be necessary. 30 00:01:09.680 --> 00:01:11.690 line:15% The second approach, an implant, 31 00:01:11.690 --> 00:01:14.750 line:15% is used to permanently add volume to the lips. 32 00:01:14.750 --> 00:01:17.380 line:15% Small incisions made in the corners of the mouth 33 00:01:17.380 --> 00:01:19.430 line:15% are used to place the implant. 34 00:01:19.430 --> 00:01:22.160 line:15% Soft solid silicone and dermal tissue 35 00:01:22.160 --> 00:01:25.230 line:15% are used to create the most popular implants. 36 00:01:25.230 --> 00:01:27.540 line:15% These can be shaped and carefully placed 37 00:01:27.540 --> 00:01:29.420 line:15% to create a fuller lip body 38 00:01:29.420 --> 00:01:31.770 line:15% and definition in the lip border. 39 00:01:31.770 --> 00:01:32.990 Preparation. 40 00:01:32.990 --> 00:01:35.360 The consultation is the time to learn about 41 00:01:35.360 --> 00:01:37.530 the best filler options for you. 42 00:01:37.530 --> 00:01:40.180 Be sure to express what you'd like to achieve 43 00:01:40.180 --> 00:01:43.550 and tell us if any previous experiences with fillers. 44 00:01:43.550 --> 00:01:45.820 Together, we will select the technique 45 00:01:45.820 --> 00:01:48.360 that will provide the best result for you. 46 00:01:48.360 --> 00:01:50.910 line:15% You should be very open with your medical history, 47 00:01:50.910 --> 00:01:52.630 line:15% provide drug allergies, 48 00:01:52.630 --> 00:01:55.100 line:15% reoccurring infections like cold sores, 49 00:01:55.100 --> 00:01:58.250 line:15% medications, and let us know if you smoke. 50 00:01:58.250 --> 00:02:01.960 line:15% This information will help us tailor the procedure to you. 51 00:02:01.960 --> 00:02:03.020 Recovery. 52 00:02:03.020 --> 00:02:04.630 For an injectable treatment, 53 00:02:04.630 --> 00:02:06.100 you may return to work 54 00:02:06.100 --> 00:02:08.410 and your everyday routines immediately. 55 00:02:08.410 --> 00:02:10.990 line:15% However, you may decide to wait a day or two 56 00:02:10.990 --> 00:02:13.060 line:15% for swelling to subside. 57 00:02:13.060 --> 00:02:14.520 line:15% Slight bruises are common 58 00:02:14.520 --> 00:02:16.970 line:15% and makeup may be used as concealer 59 00:02:16.970 --> 00:02:19.070 line:15% as soon as your lips feel better. 60 00:02:19.070 --> 00:02:22.570 line:15% Final results can generally be seen after a day or so. 61 00:02:22.570 --> 00:02:24.970 line:15% For lip augmentation with an implant, 62 00:02:24.970 --> 00:02:27.130 line:15% your ability to chew may be limited 63 00:02:27.130 --> 00:02:30.600 line:15% and a liquid diet may be suggested for the first few days. 64 00:02:30.600 --> 00:02:32.800 line:15% Recovery is different for everyone, 65 00:02:32.800 --> 00:02:35.330 line:15% but you can expect some discomfort, numbness 66 00:02:35.330 --> 00:02:38.530 line:15% and swelling for several days after your lip augmentation. 67 00:02:38.530 --> 00:02:40.370 Avoid chewing, pursing your lips 68 00:02:40.370 --> 00:02:42.400 and excessive mouth movements. 69 00:02:42.400 --> 00:02:44.650 Keep your head elevated for two to three days 70 00:02:44.650 --> 00:02:46.400 while applying small ice packs 71 00:02:46.400 --> 00:02:48.700 to help reduce swelling and discomfort. 72 00:02:48.700 --> 00:02:51.940 Avoid any activity that may incur trauma to your lips. 73 00:02:51.940 --> 00:02:53.780 The appearance of your lips will improve 74 00:02:53.780 --> 00:02:55.230 as swelling resolves. 75 00:02:55.230 --> 00:02:58.590 Feel free to review any part of this presentation you like 76 00:02:58.590 --> 00:03:01.460 and be sure take a look at our before and after gallery 77 00:03:01.460 --> 00:03:04.699 to get a better idea of the results you may achieve. 78 00:03:04.699 --> 00:03:07.282 (gentle music)