A Guide to Modern Lip Filler Procedures
FULLER, MORE KISSABLE LIPS
This month, in celebration of National Smile Week and National Kiss and Makeup Day, let’s discuss how to enhance your smile. While your teeth are crucial to your smile, your lips are what frame and highlight it.
There are numerous lip fillers available today, each with different methods, and it all traces back to the early days of lip enhancement. Initially, lip fillers involved packing silicone into the lips, resulting in a look like two big sausages with minimal contour. The technique evolved to using grafts with lining between the lips for a fuller appearance, followed by introducing thicker and harder fillers. Nowadays, the trend has shifted away from large and artificial looks. We’ve advanced to using softer and more moldable fillers. Rather than infusing the lips with a static piece of gel, modern technology allows lip fillers to move more naturally. This enables us to achieve subtle contours that accentuate features like the cupid’s bow and the wet and dry borders of the lips. When we perform lip filler treatments, we focus on achieving symmetry between the upper and lower lips to avoid the “sausage lip” look. We aim to create a naturally plumped,
puckered pout that looks more kissable. There is some downtime associated with the procedure — we recommend allowing yourself a day or two before any big event, as there will be slight swelling that typically subsides within a couple of days. Fortunately, bruising is minimal, if it occurs at all. Before the procedure, we will numb the area to ensure your comfort during the injections. The entire process takes about 20–30 minutes, and you can resume your normal activities the same day. The filler typically lasts between 2.5 to 6 months, depending on the type of filler used and how often you use your mouth. For example, if you’re on the phone all day for work, you may utilize your mouth more frequently than the average person, which can affect the filler’s longevity. Are you ready to enhance your pout? Call us to set up a consultation for more information. You’re one step closer to fuller, more kissable lips!
INSPIRATION
Non7 Stewed Cherry and Coffee SIP OF THE MONTH
“The bad news is time flies. The good news is you’re the pilot.”
With back-to-school season upon us, we are featuring a non-alcoholic wine alternative! Non7 Stewed Cherry and Coffee is an Australian, all-natural, vegan beverage that tastes … just like wine! It’s perfect for a summer evening as we get back into our normal routines with the kids back to school. Non7 is inspired by a sparkling red wine and a dry Lambrusco combination. With notes and flavors of coffee, garam masala, nutmeg, allspice, and rich dark fruits, you can’t go wrong!
–Michael Altshuler
Cheers!
–Dr. Mike
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