Lip augmentation with hyaluronic acid
Lip augmentation with hyaluronic acid is one of the most demanded and effective aesthetic treatments. But let’s take it one step at a time.
Hyaluronic acid is a natural polysaccharide whose molecule is identical in all species and in all tissues. It exerts its biological action by preventing skin aging because:
– It is a hydrophilic molecule with a high water uptake capacity which gives the skin that hydrated and turgid appearance.
– It stimulates the synthesis of collagen and elastin by the fibroblast.
– It protects fibroblasts from the cytotoxic action of free radicals.
How does the passage of time affect the lips?
According to Dr. Patricia Gutiérrez Ontalvilla, plastic, aesthetic and reconstructive surgeon, the lips are rarely at rest and most of the time they are gesticulating. Over the years, the orbicularis oris muscle flattens, thins and loses its definition, which decreases the height and volume of the vermilion, flattens the “Cupid’s bow”, attenuates the white border and the unsightly perioral, “smoker’s” or “bar code” lines form around it.
What are the advantages of hyaluronic acid over other fillers?
Hyaluronic acid is reabsorbable, temporary, and therefore adapts to the changes that the body undergoes. It is undeniable that we do not have the same features at 20 years old than at 40, that is why the retouching should always be adapted to the age and be harmonious.
Hyaluronic acid allows us to outline, correct asymmetries, give volume, raise excessively drooping corners or simply moisturize the lips without increasing their size.
What is the average duration?
Around the 12 months.
Note: the images accompanying this article have been provided by the patient for this purpose.
