Lip augmentation is one of the most common cosmetic procedures women undergo to achieve full pouty lips. The cost is anywhere from $1,000 to $2,000 to have collagen injections. The fact is, plump lips restore a youthful look. The lines above the lips smooth out, and the space between the nose and lips becomes shorter. When the lips are thin, the individual looks much older than she really is. Over the counter lip plumpers may work temporarily, but injections last up to six months or more and give instant results. For a more permanent fullness to the lips, you may wish to consider lip implants. These are made from gore-tex material, but will cost much more. As much as $4,000 to $5,000. There may be a payment plan available for those who do not have the money up front. Most surgeons are more than willing to work with their patients on payment plans.
The first step for lip augmentation cosmetic surgery, is to first have a consultation with your plastic surgeon. He will ask you questions about your expectations, advise you on any discomfort and aftercare, and make sure you are aware all procedures carry unexpected risks. If you have the herpes virus and sores are visible, then lip enhancement may not be for you. The risks would be a bigger breakout and a serious infection. Normally, Lip augmentation carries very low risks to health and satisfaction is usually guaranteed. Your plastic surgeon should be more than happy to show you the before and after photos of women who have had the procedure. The surgeon will also draw on your lips the places where he will be injecting the collagen or implanting the gore-tex. You then will have an idea of what you will look like afterward.
How it works. Lip augmentation or enhancement may be performed in a variety of ways such as, injecting the lips with fat from another part of the body, which will need to be repeated every 6 months, or you may have a product called Alloderm or softform implanted that is permanent. Injections may cause lumps in the lips, but the implants rarely cause problems. After your procedure, your lips may sting or feel numb. There will be some swelling, itching, and a bruised sensation, but recovery is short and you may return to work or other activities the same day.