It’s not hard to achieve plump, youthful lips. Not when we have injectables like fillers and Botox.
However, choosing the right treatment can be challenging. Allow the experts to help you with that.
Our team at McGuiness Dermatology & Plastic Surgery has created this guide so you can decide which injectable is right for you.
Let’s take a look at the differences between lip filler in Plano and a lip flip (Botox treatment).
Lip Filler
Most people are familiar with lip fillers as a means of enhancing their pout. This treatment uses an injectable solution of hyaluronic acid to increase volume in your lips. Hyaluronic acid is a naturally occurring substance in your body that attracts and retains up to 1,000 times its weight in water.
Upon injection, this specific ingredient has the capacity to improve the size and shape of your lips. It also offers enhancements that give you a natural-looking appearance. Lip fillers can address asymmetry in your lips, helping to create better facial harmony and balance.
With results that can endure for approximately one year, lip fillers are considered to be a cosmetic procedure with long-term benefits.
Botox: Lip Flip
Botox, on the other hand, does not actually add volume to your lips—it just appears that way. This treatment uses a purified form of Botulinum toxin to block nerve signals from contracting.
Most people rely on Botox to prevent and soften dynamic wrinkles (around the eyes and forehead) from appearing with facial movements. However, if it’s injected into the muscles above your upper lip, it can relax the muscles and cause your upper lip to “flip” outward.
Not only does this create the illusion of more voluminous lips, it also reduces the appearance of excess gums (also known as a “gummy smile”).
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Botox only lasts 3 to 4 months, making it a low-commitment treatment, and patients can easily schedule maintenance appointments if desired.
Don’t Make the Decision Alone
Our team can help you make the best decision between a Botox lip flip or lip filler in Plano.
To get your answer, request a consultation or try our free online treatment planning tool.
