Lip Enlargement
So many things in plastic surgery are confusing to the patient when it comes time for personal decisions. Lip enlargement choices are no exception.
Two main categories related to technique are available:
1. Injectables
2. Graft Placement
Injectables are further divided into:
1. Absorbable materials (biodegradable)
*synthetic; Juvederm, Perlane, collagen
*autogens (from you); fat injections
2. Non-absorbable materials; non-biodegradable silicone
Graft also are subdivided into:
1. Autogenous Tissue - for example; your own body as the donor source; fat or dermis from your skin
2. Heterogenous - for example; other humans are the donor using parts that are completely compatible with your own tissue, for example connective tissue from skin. This is identical tissue in all humans allowing us to use ligaments and tendons, which are also made out of this connective tissue, in orthopedic surgeries.
Full understanding of the longevity and naturalness of these various options will be thoroughly discussed and the best option for you can be chosen at the time of your consultation.
Two main categories related to technique are available:
1. Injectables
2. Graft Placement
Injectables are further divided into:
1. Absorbable materials (biodegradable)
*synthetic; Juvederm, Perlane, collagen
*autogens (from you); fat injections
2. Non-absorbable materials; non-biodegradable silicone
Graft also are subdivided into:
1. Autogenous Tissue - for example; your own body as the donor source; fat or dermis from your skin
2. Heterogenous - for example; other humans are the donor using parts that are completely compatible with your own tissue, for example connective tissue from skin. This is identical tissue in all humans allowing us to use ligaments and tendons, which are also made out of this connective tissue, in orthopedic surgeries.
Full understanding of the longevity and naturalness of these various options will be thoroughly discussed and the best option for you can be chosen at the time of your consultation.
Charles T. Longo M.D. | 4250 H St. Suite #3 Sacramento, CA 95819 | Phone: 916.456.8756 Fax: 916.456.1542