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Lip augmentation with liquid silicone.

James E Fulton1, Serban Porumb, John C Caruso

  • 1Vivant Skin Care, Inc, 1801 Coral Way, Suite 300, Miami, FL 33145, USA. dr.fulton@vivantskincare.com

Dermatologic Surgery : Official Publication for American Society for Dermatologic Surgery [Et Al.]
|January 19, 2006
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Liquid silicone injections effectively augment lips, offering long-term results. While generally safe, minor side effects like bruising and granulomas can occur, often treatable.

Area of Science:

  • Dermatology
  • Cosmetic Surgery

Background:

  • Liquid silicone is a long-standing filler for lip augmentation.
  • It has demonstrated satisfactory long-term results in numerous cases.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the efficacy and safety of lip augmentation using liquid silicone injections.
  • To document the outcomes through various assessment methods.

Main Methods:

  • Microdroplet injections of 0.25-0.5 cc liquid silicone (1,000 centistokes) into the vermilion border.
  • Procedures repeated monthly based on patient preference, with documentation via histology, micrometry, and photography.
  • Informed consent obtained after discussing risks and benefits.

Main Results:

  • Gradual lip augmentation observed in 608 patients over months.

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  • Most patients required 2-3 injection sessions for desired results.
  • Bruising was common; 2% developed granulomas, managed with observation, steroids, or excision.

    • Conclusions:

    • Liquid silicone injections are an effective lip augmentation method.
    • The procedure successfully restores an "adolescent vermilion curl."
    • Long-term efficacy is supported by study findings.