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Rejuvenation of the lips
1Centre de Chirurgie Plastique, Lausanne, Switzerland.
Annals of Plastic Surgery
|June 1, 1986
Summary
Soft-tissue volume loss causes lip wrinkles. This study suggests using autologous dermis grafts for substantial tissue augmentation to address this common aging concern.
Area of Science:
- Dermatology
- Plastic Surgery
- Aesthetic Medicine
Background:
- Labial wrinkling is a common aesthetic concern.
- Soft-tissue volume loss is a primary factor contributing to lip aging and wrinkling.
Purpose of the Study:
- To propose a treatment strategy for labial wrinkling.
- To highlight the benefits of substantial tissue augmentation using autologous dermis grafts.
Main Methods:
- Surgical technique involving autologous dermis grafts for lip augmentation.
- Combination of ancillary procedures with primary grafting technique.
Main Results:
- Autologous dermis grafts provide substantial tissue volume for lip augmentation.
- Potential for significant improvement in labial wrinkling and overall lip aesthetics.
Conclusions:
- Autologous dermis grafting is a viable and effective method for addressing soft-tissue volume loss in the lips.
- Combining grafting with ancillary procedures may enhance outcomes for treating labial wrinkling.