In Africa, however, there were tribal rituals launching different stuff in the upper and lower portion of the lip to modify their shape and size.
In the older ages some women used annatto seeds, when soaked with water, to make it appear that their lips are reddish.
Cosmetic lip augmentation is the process customized to enhance the shape of lips that are normal without having congenital deformity.
Usually, the lower lip does not need augmentation anymore so most of women undergoing cosmetic lip augmentation had their upper lips treated instead.
This is due to the fact that other women were born with lip deformities such as congenital or acquired etiologies.
Some patients never develop such plumpness in their lips while others recognize changes on their lips as they grow older, thus convincing them to undergo lip augmentation.
Cosmetic indications refer to the shape of the lips and the size which may be determined if proportion to the face structure or not.
The main aspect that ascertain the particular area of deficiency or preference for augmentation is to have an accurate physical examination alongside the evaluation of the relationship of the upper and lower teeth of the patient when the jaw closes and surfaces come in contact, maxillary-mandibular relations, and the pattern of how the patient ages.
A logical sequence of steps for solving a problem in determining the physical evaluation of the patient before a lip augmentation should be conducted is summarized by Dr.
Bahaman Guyurion.
First, we should consider the Optimal Incisor show which involves conservative lip augmentation through transfer of fat or dermis fat graft.
Another one is the Excessive Incisor show which is an extensive augmentation by transfer of same as in Optimal Incisor show.
Next is the Inadequate Incisor show, which is a procedure focused on lip shortening and lift with incision at nasal base mostly done for young patients with acute columella-labial angle or incision at vermilion border involving older patients with perioral rhytids.
Last is the inadequate incisor show, normal lip length which covers the lengthening procedure of the maxillary with augmentation of the lips for possible inclusion.
The process of this medical procedure can be completed through the use of injectable fillers or implants.
This procedure does not only focus on enhancing the appearance of the patient's lips but can also be considered an anti-aging process because once a woman ages, the lips transform into a thinner appearance and develop fine lines within the mouth area.
It is not advisable, however, for people who have facial nerve issues, diabetes, multiple allergic reactions to certain drugs such as Lidocaine, or for hypertensive patients, to undergo such medical treatment in order to avoid adverse reaction for cosmetic lip augmentation.
By the use of filler materials, a skin allergy test before the procedure may be advised as a requirement by the surgeon.
A cancellation of the schedule of procedure will have to be taken in to action once the patient is diagnosed with an active infection like for instance, herpes outbreak or some inflammatory skin problems existing.
Usually, no special wound care is required since incisions heal faster.
Applying a cold pack may help though, with inflammation and appearance of bruises.
Rare complications might indicate bleeding, movement of the implant, unevenness, the implant leaks out from underneath the skin, commonly on the incision area, prolonged swelling, itching or reddish appearance as an indication of allergic effect.
When deciding to undergo this type of cosmetic procedure, make sure that your physician is competently qualified to conduct legal procedures although in other countries and in the US, liquid silicone injections may not be legal due to the objectionable levels of danger to patients.
Surgical alternatives such as fat transfers depending on the particular procedure can be more costly than injectable fillers and also bear in mind that these fillers are for long term alternatives because recurrent treatments are essential to maintain the lip appearance.