Lip Enhancement

All About Lips

Ideal lips are full, shapely, and sexy, it’s no wonder that for many years plastic surgeons and patients have been interested in finding just the right solution for thin lips. So what are the latest alternatives for lip enhancement?

Lip injections consist of substances placed into the lips with a needle to increase volume and possibly “shape” the lips. Injectable silicone was used years ago, but unfortunately resulted in significant complications that were difficult to treat. DO NOT ALLOW ANYONE TO INJECT SILICONE INTO YOUR LIPS. Collagen is still used but is very short lasting and requires frequent trips to your plastic surgeon to boost them up.

The newer fillers (Restylane, Sculptra, Radiesse) are man-made substances that are similar to natural human tissue, have fared better with longer lasting results, and have minimal side effects. In effect, they are as beneficial as collagen and last much longer. Implants can offer a more permanent alternative. One of the latest implants (Permalip) seems to be quite different from the others because they are very soft and pliable and they do not react with the lip tissue. They are quite natural in feel, bend easily, and they can be placed into the lips with a simple procedure. Probably one of the best attributes of these implants is that they can easily be removed if need be.

A small incision is made in the corners of the mouth and the implants are inserted into the lips. The implants vary in size depending on the dimensions of your lips. The procedure lasts about twenty minutes and can be performed under local anesthesia. Swelling and bruising is mild to moderate and can last for a few days making the recovery time quite brief.

If you are interested in learning more about the Permalift facial implant, you can visit their website at www.SurgiSil.com or call my office at 512-732-0732 and speak with my very knowledgeable staff.

Robert Caridi MD, F.A.C.S

Introducing the new Perma Facial Implant

By SurgiSil

One of the greatest challenges in plastic and cosmetic surgery of the face has been the search for an exceptional solution to tissue augmentation. Past methodologies, both temporary and permanent, have met with disappointing results for both physician and patient alike.

Temporary solutions typically involve the use of commercially produced fillers which can be unpredictable with respect to how long they last, and require repetitive treatments that are painful, inconvenient, and costly to the patient.

Permanent solutions have relied on implants that, due to their surface characteristics, can promote tissue in growth resulting in a restriction of movement.

SurgiSil is excited to introduce Perma Facial Implant, the safe, definitive solution for permanent soft tissue enhancement of the face. Perma Facial Implant is a patented, FDA approved device and has undergone extensive clinical testing to ensure its safety and efficacy. Perma Facial Implant is made of a soft, solid silicone elastomer using an injection molding process to produce a naturally contoured implant with a smooth, non-porous surface that cannot rupture or deflate. Although permanent, Perma Facial Implant may be easily removed at any time.

The procedure can be performed in a simple office setting under local anesthesia. The entire process can take less than thirty minutes and normal activity may be resumed the following day.

Perma Facial Implant is available in a variety of sizes to achieve customized results.

Lip Enhancement: The Science Behind the Lips

Lip enhancement techniques may be separated into two kinds: temporary and permanent. Temporary techniques require the use of injectable fillers repeated every 6-9 months to maintain their appearance. Permanent techniques generally involve the use of injectable gel, fat, or implants.

As a result of limitations associated with existing lip enhancement techniques, extensive research has led to the creation and development of the Perma Facial Implant, a revolutionary new implant used for lip enhancement.

For lips, Perma Facial Implant is unlike anything we’ve seen. The variety of patient needs that can be addressed with the Perma procedure is immense.

Among the most remarkable aspects of these lips are their natural appearance and ease with which they can be replaced for another size or removed altogether. Never before has a product made for this use offered so many exceptional qualities:

Natural appearance
Soft silicone/but cannot rupture, deflate, or degrade over time
Routine procedure performed under local anesthetic
Resistant to tissue “in growth”
Permanent, but easily replaceable or removable
Does not restrict lip movement
FDA approved

Before and After Examples

Full, Pouty Lips

Full, pouty, romantic lips are a hallmark of young Hollywood. When you think of soft, full lips, who do you see: Angelina Jolie, Julia Roberts, Scarlet Johansson? Next time you look in the mirror, permanently soft, sultry lips could be looking back at you.

Natural Lips (Only Better)

The Perma procedure is popular in the augmentation of thin lips for a natural look. As you can see, the result does not have that signature augmented look. Quite the opposite. This is a subtle but important enhancement.