With increasing age comes decreasing lip volume and blurred lip borders. The outer corners of the lips can start to droop and vertical lines can occur as well. This is also common among those who are smokers. A decrease in the collage production, sun damage, and years of repetitive movements from talking, smiling, using straws, etc. can cause thinning of the lips.
Lip enhancement with filler injections can help restore this lost volume. Using either botulinum toxins or filler, or a combination of both, can help improve these lines and diminish the perioral rhytids with effects lasting a year or longer!
As an experienced & highly educated person, Dr. Salcedo recognizes that everyone is different, with varying ages, ethnicities, genders and of course, LIPS! So, having a consultation is KEY to determining the best treatment for you. She keeps herself abreast with the latest HA fillers & techniques, just recently attended the Lips & Biz Conference with Julie Horne.
What about younger clients?
Typically younger clients aim to enhance the volume and projection of their lips, whereas older patients typically aim for a soft & subtle volume & minimal projection.
When injecting periorally, serious caution and care must be taken. The most serious complication that can occur is vascular occlusion, which is why Dr. Salcedo injects slowly and using only the necessary amount of filler to avoid complications or adverse effects such as filler shifting to unwanted areas.
The moral of the story?
Slow & Steady wins the race! Dr. Salcedo will provide high quality care using a individualized, perfectly made for you plan. Using just the perfect amount of filler and adjusting and adding over time will help you achieve that soft, natural look with the volume you want!
