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Lip Implants Information

Procedure Time: 30 minutes

Recovery Time: 1-3 days

Duration: Permanent implant

Cost: From £1,000 to £3,000

Anaesthesia: Local anaesthesia

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Lip augmentation or is a procedure offered by many . For a permanent procedure to the shape and size of your lips you may lip . The implants used in the U.K. are made out of a synthetic material called ePTFE ( polytetrafluoroethylene). Brands of this that may be used SoftForm®, Gore-tex® and UltraSoft® with more recent including FulFil™ and Permalip™. Local into the lip are required to numb the area. The implant is then usually threaded through cuts at either end of each lip. Afterwards you may feel numb in the lips for several days, most people can expect to return to work either the same day or two or three days . prices for lip implants may range from £1,000 to £3,000 depending on the type of implant used.

Lip Implants Information FAQs

Both women and men with Thin Lips – read full article – seek ways to make them larger and fuller. As we age our lips seem as though they “deflate” or even thin out. The upper lip, in particular, is more prone to these signs of ageing such as “dropping” or thinning.

Lip or is a offered by many cosmetic practitioners. The materials and which are used to plump out the lips can ,  from other parts of the body, lip implants using or man-made and surgery which can the lips.

In this section we will the use of strips of types of for people who choose to undergo a more procedure to improve the shape and size of their lips.

this is less common than the use of dermal (which also some more permanent options), there were just over 8,000 lip implant procedures in 2013 in the U.S., according to the for Aesthetic Surgery (ASAPS), which an increase of 2.3% on the 2012 figures. More recent data is not available.

There are no similar statistics available for the U.K. as yet, but we do know that lip implants are increasingly popular in this too.

If you are having a lip implant the following information will give you a basic understanding of the . It can’t answer all your questions, since a lot depends on the individual patient and the practitioner. Please ask a about anything you don’t .

The commonest used in the U.K. are made out of a called ePTFE (expanded polytetrafluoroethylene). It is a white “rubbery” – the same thing used in Gore-Tex™ boots and rain jackets – but of course it is completely sterile and manufactured only for medical in this form.

ePTFE was first used as an material in humans in the 1970s as a replacement for small of veins.

Since then it is estimated that more than 3 million people have had ePTFE implants. Their use includes grafts from one vein to another, hernia repair and reinforcement of the stomach wall.

Development of this material into different shapes has it to be used as a facial for the chin and cheeks, to fill out lines and in the face, and lip enhancement. For details on the use of implants in other areas of the face, please go to our  section.

As ePTFE never shrinks and is not by your body, this type of lip implant is in terms of its effect, but it can be if the is removed later.

Brands of this product that may be used by a clinician include SoftForm®, and and your may call them by these names.

Other more recent include FulFil™ and .

Another different approach used by some doctors the use of human tissue. Some surgeons will use small strips of your own tissue (cut from areas such as the groin) and, after preparation, these strips into your lips. This is known as an and has the benefits of being your own which will not be by your body.

In this procedure is now little used owing to the fact that you will have scars at the site from where the tissue has been taken, and this tissue is difficult to in order to a successful graft.

is another alternative. This uses human skin that has been especially by removing the outer layer of the skin and freeze drying the layer underneath. Using someone else’s tissue rather than your own is known as an allograft.

screening of the material for is undertaken, and the skin is prepared so that there is little chance of your body to it or rejecting it. A skin test is not before the insertion of this implant. Over time, this biological implant into the patient’s own natural soft tissue. The result, although more than implants, is not permanent and lasts for 6 months to a year.

To view other types of implant that may also used for lip augmentation, please go to the  section.

During your first discussion with a practitioner, you should explain what you expect from the treatment and how you would like to look afterwards. He or she should tell you exactly what the treatment will involve, and discuss the and disadvantages of this and other to the lips, as well as tell you how long it will take for you to recover from it.

You will need to be provided with information on and discuss the and disadvantages of the different types of available. If you choose a synthetic implant you would normally a skin test before to make sure that you are not to the material.

A medical should be taken by the to make sure that there are no reasons why you shouldn’t have lip implants. Once this is established, you would normally be asked to sign a consent form which means that you have understood the potential benefits and risks associated with a lip implant.

may also be taken by the for use as a “before and after” at a later date.

Anaesthesia

Local injections into the lip are all that is usually to numb the area enough so that you feel no pain during the . You may also be given a mild sedative to make you feel drowsy.

The

The is not at all complex nor does it take a substantial amount of time to – usually only around 30 minutes depending on the type of implant used.

The surgeon, after making the necessary 4 tiny cuts at each corner of the mouth, “threads” the strip of material through each lip and cuts the implant to the size of the patient’s lips. The areas are then stitched with a thin, either dissolving or non-dissolving, thread material.

Repeat procedure

No repeat procedure is for as their effect is permanent, but if you choose to use a non-permanent material, you will need to return occasionally to have another implant inserted.

Depending on the procedure and the extent of the bruising and swelling, you can expect to return to work either the same day or two to three days afterwards.

There will be only the smallest amount of blood and no actual pain during the lip implant .

There will be pain afterwards, especially if you put any pressure around your lips, or you may feel numb in the lips for several days. The area around the mouth will also swell up. You should expect to be very “full lipped” after the operation. You may have some difficulty drinking or eating without and you may notice a difference in your smile and how you speak – especially during the healing stage when lip implants can feel very stiff and immobile. This takes some time to get used to.

It takes about a week for most of the swelling to go down, although it will be sensitive to light to medium pressure for about 3 weeks. Usually there is little actual bruising following this procedure, but occasionally your surgeon may recommend arnica to help reduce any bruising that you may experience.

Following the operation, tiny scars at the point at which the implants went in and at the end of the are visible. These scars usually become unnoticeable over time and can be with make-up.

There are not too many risks or side associated with lip implantation, but there are enough to be concerned about. can occur, and in these cases, the implant may be removed, which is not always a straightforward procedure.

There may be some of the implant or of scar tissue around the . If this happens, the lips can look deformed or the tissue in the lip area can become very hard.

It is very important that you follow the advice of your carefully after an treatment to help to make the procedure successful and reduce the risk of complications or side effects.

Post-treatment advice may include:

Lip implants should be avoided in areas where the skin is or where infections are present – e.g. active acne, or cold sores. This will reduce the risk of infection after the .

Other people who may not be suitable are those who have been taking isotretinoin in the last 12 months, those who have had any problems with or in the past, and people who have a high level of tooth plaque or dental abscesses.

Only fully trained and qualified surgeons or doctors should perform a lip .

For more information about training, qualifications and relevant organisations please view the information contained within the  section of the Room.

It is highly unlikely that anyone considering a lip would be able to access this free of charge on the National Health Service.

However we would always recommend that you visit your General Practitioner before embarking upon a procedure surgery.

As well as their advice and they may also be able to refer you to a local NHS Hospital for a .

The NHS has set out the following guidelines on how to get cosmetic surgery through the NHS:

“To qualify for surgery on the NHS you must meet specific criteria as set out by your local health authority. The NHS will not pay for surgery for cosmetic reasons alone. Reconstructive and cosmetic surgery to correct, or improve, congenital abnormalities and injuries will usually be carried out free of charge.

NHS reconstructive surgery is performed by plastic surgeons who have had extensive training and belong to the British Association of Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgeons. Surgeons who carry out cosmetic surgery through the NHS also belong to the British Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons.

To receive cosmetic surgery from the NHS, you will normally need a referral from your GP. You will have a consultation with a plastic surgeon and an assessment by a psychiatrist, or psychologist. It will then be decided whether there is enough social, psychological, or physical benefit to be gained to justify surgery.”

Private prices for lip implants may range from £1,000 to £3,000 depending upon the surgeon and type of implant material used.

It is important to that the of your lips also on the structure of your teeth the lips. For a ( of the upper and lower teeth to meet when the jaws are closed) can make the upper lip look less full. Furthermore, tooth and  can alter the of the teeth. They can push the lips outward, which gives the lips a fuller appearance. Before considering lip enhancement, you may need to look at your teeth and even a mouth surgeon to your options.

Also, before considering a lip implant, it is probably wise to find a who is experienced in the use of temporary . They can give you a treatment to see if you like the effect.

Lip enhancement with most is . However, some newer claim to be permanent which can be difficult to if there are problems.

If you would like to avoid having to return for repeat injections every 6 months or so, then a permanent lip implant (which is still reversible) may be the ideal solution.

There are also surgical procedures that may be by your surgeon, which might be more appropriate than either dermal fillers or lip for you. These include:

Results vary enormously depending upon both the patient and the skill of the surgeon, so outcomes for cosmetic will always be more than those for less non-surgical .

For a of before and after using the Permalip™ product, please visit the .

Before and after photographs are real patients, your results may differ.

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