Lip Enhancement

As we get older the natural substances such as collagen (the major structural protein in the skin), elastin (the protein that causes tissue to stretch) and hyaluronic acid (which gives skin volume) decreases, leaving our skin with wrinkles, also known as dynamic wrinkles.  Sun exposure, smoking and stress are also contributing factors to wrinkles.  As the body ages, our lips become thinner as they have an extremely thin outer layer.  Over time the corners of the mouth can begin to droop (mouth frown), the v-shaped area of the upper lip (Cupid’s Bow) begins to flatten out and the lips lose their youthful fullness.

To help enhance lip contour and definition JUVÉDERM® is injected in the border of the upper and/or lower lip.  JUVÉDERM® is an injectable gel that lasts for at least 6 months.  JUVÉDERM® can also be used in the body of the lips to enhance volume.

JUVÉDERM® is a smooth injectable gel that is made from a natural complex sugar called Hyaluronic Acid.  It is a non-surgical procedure and is injected into the lips by a trained medical professional.

Side effects are temporary injection site related effects and should only last 3 days or less.  Some side effects may include site redness, pain, firmness/hardness, swelling, lumps/ bumps, bruising, itching or discolouration.

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