At A Glance
| End Result: | After a month |
|---|---|
| Socially fit: | After a week |
| Fit for desk work: | After 2-3 days |
| Surgery: | Local anaesthesia or general anaesthesia |
| Risk: | Low |
| Pain: | Low |
| Active exercise: | After 2 weeks |
| Inconveniences: | Some bruising, swelling and soreness which lasts for a few days, soft foods only for one week |
What is a Lip Surgery?
Lip surgery encompasses a range of cosmetic procedures aimed at enhancing the appearance of the lips. These procedures can include lip augmentation, lip reduction, lip lift, or lip reshaping, depending on the specific goals and concerns of the individual. Lip augmentation typically involves the use of injectable fillers or implants to add volume and definition to the lips, creating a fuller and more youthful appearance. Lip reduction, on the other hand, involves surgically reducing the size or prominence of the lips by removing excess tissue to achieve a more proportionate and balanced lip contour. Additionally, lip surgery may also include procedures such as lip lift, which involves lifting the upper lip to create a more defined lip border and expose more of the teeth, or lip reshaping to correct asymmetry or improve lip symmetry. Lip surgery is commonly performed as an outpatient procedure under local or general anesthesia and can have a significant impact on an individual’s facial aesthetics and self-confidence by enhancing the appearance of the lips.
Why Lip Surgery?
Lip surgery is suitable for individuals who are bothered by the appearance of their lips and wish to enhance their overall facial aesthetics by addressing concerns such as thin lips, asymmetry, or disproportionate lip size. Ideal candidates for lip surgery are typically in good overall health, have realistic expectations about the outcomes of the procedure, and are seeking to improve their self-image and confidence. Individuals with naturally thin lips or lips that have lost volume and definition due to aging may benefit from lip augmentation to achieve fuller and more youthful-looking lips. Conversely, individuals with naturally prominent or asymmetric lips may consider lip reduction or lip reshaping to achieve a more balanced and proportionate lip contour.