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Lip augmentation with preserved fascia lata
1Division of Otolaryngology/Head and Neck Surgery, University of California, Los Angeles, USA.
Background:
Presently available techniques for lip augmentation have an assortment of limitations.
Objective:
To provide a safe, reliable method of lip augmentation on a long-term basis.
Methods:
Through a stab incision in each quadrant, chips of human cadaver, banked fascia lata were inserted into intralabial pockets.
Results:
Fascia lata grafting proved to be a simple effective technique of lip enhancement. Over the period of follow-up, enhancement was evident in most cases and no allergic reactions or infections occurred. Lip motion was satisfactory and paresthesia were minor.
Conclusions:
Fascia lata grafting is a simple, controlled technique for graded lip enhancement.