Should I Get a Lip Lift or Lip Filler?
It’s no secret that full, plump lips are the ideal standard of beauty at the moment. For patients with naturally thin lips, finding the right treatment to enhance their pout can be overwhelming. Today, the medical professionals at Yonick Plastic Surgery and Aesthetic Center want to go over two of our most popular lip enhancement procedures, so you can make a more informed decision about which lip procedure can give you the results you desire.
What is a Lip Lift?
A lift lip is a similar idea to a facelift but meant specifically to reduce the elongation of skin between the bottom of the nose and the top of the upper lip. This surgical cosmetic procedure involves a small, discrete incision being made under the nose through which this excess skin is removed to lift the upper lip. This shortens the amount of space between the tip of the nose and the top of the upper lip, exposing more of the upper lip and creating a plumper and poutier look.
What are the Benefits of a Lip Lift?
There are many benefits of getting a lip lift, including:
- Creates the illusion of fuller lips
- Reduces the elongation of skin between the bottom of the nose and the upper lip
- Minimal cutting and scarring
- Minimal downtime and recovery period
- Long-term results that have the potential to last a lifetime
What is Lip Filler?
If you’ve been present on social media over the past five years, it’s likely you already know what lip filler is. Also known as lip injections, this minimally invasive cosmetic procedure involves using a hyaluronic acid-based dermal filler to increase the size and enhance the overall shape of the lips to create a more full and sultry look. Patients are able to see the results of their lip filler immediately following their first treatment, which means instant gratification for natural-looking results.
What are the Benefits of Lip Filler?
There are many benefits of receiving lip injections, including:
- Increases the size of the lips
- Enhances the overall shape of the lips
- No cutting, scarring, or anesthesia
- No downtime or recovery period
- Temporary, but long-lasting results for up to 12 months per treatment
Lip Lift vs. Lip Filler: Which is Better?
We’re going to be honest here – you can’t really go wrong either way. If you’re looking for a procedure that provides extra natural-looking results for the long-term, a lip lift may be right for you. However, if you don’t mind coming in for regular maintenance treatments, lip injections provide beautiful results without the hassle associated with traditional plastic surgery. If you do choose lip filler, we typically recommend going for Restylane® or Juvederm®, as these formulas are thin enough to enhance your lips without looking “over-done.”