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Lip Fillers in Chicago

  • June 3, 2021
Lip Fillers in Chicago

One of the serious problems of the modern world is the desire to fit into the current, highly rigorous, and aggressively advertised standard of beauty. The exterior image for many people, especially ladies, is of extreme concern. Insecurities prompted by displeasure with the details of our physical nature are increasingly becoming a cause of despair or even depression. Most of us want to look beautiful and young for as long as possible but at the same time remain in harmony with nature. Until recently, the only way to effectively and efficiently correct beauty defects was through plastic surgery. Currently, however, more and more often, surgical intervention becomes an unnecessary course of action.

Many imperfections can be corrected with minimally invasive, simple, and quick treatments where the risk of complications or adverse reactions is virtually reduced. An example is lip augmentation – one of the most popular and most frequently applied aesthetic medicine treatments. Reputable clinics have the potential to realize your dream of beautiful, full, and prominent lips utilizing a non-surgical method. Treatments with hyaluronic acid can achieve a significant improvement in your appearance.

 

What is lip augmentation, otherwise known as lip fillers?

Lip augmentation and modeling with a cross-linked hyaluronic acid have been at the forefront of the most popular aesthetic medicine treatment for years. The procedure is widespread among women of all ages with various cosmetic defects, including owners of narrow lips and women with naturally full cupid bows. The treatment with hyaluronic acid not only emphasizes the lips by giving them the right shape but is also often used for its moisturizing properties.

Many popular creams and other skin firming and moisturizing cosmetic products contain hyaluronic acid. Aesthetic medicine uses the same ingredient as a filler, such as lip augmentation. Precise injection of the substance directly under the skin gives almost immediate results and does not require a hospital stay or prolonged recovery.

Hyaluronic acid is a polysaccharide that occurs naturally in human skin. It is characterized by exceptional absorbency and is responsible for binding water molecules. It protects the skin from drying out and sagging, fighting free radicals that cause the cells to die, consequently producing the aging effect. HA is also a protective barrier against unfavorable weather conditions: strong solar radiation, low temperature, or gusty wind, which have a degenerating impact on our skin.

What makes hyaluronic acid a safe and natural substance is its physiological, biocompatible, and entirely biodegradable qualities – the risk of an allergic reaction, damaged blood vessels, or the masking effect is minimal. In individual cases, there may be no more than a slight swelling, redness, or thickening of the skin, but usually, these symptoms disappear spontaneously within the next few days.

 

Our Process & Technique

Optical enlargement, proper modeling, and lip filling improves the appearance of the entire face and provides the lips the sensuality you have been dreaming of. At New You Chicago, we utilize the latest modern medical methods to help you achieve the desired goal without reaching for a scalpel and operating table, conducting the procedure in a quick, simple, effective, and minimally invasive manner.

We model lips with fillers based on natural, safe, and muscle-relaxing substances. As we age, the production of hyaluronic acid produced in our body decreases, which results in the loss of natural firmness, volume, and quality of our skin. JUVEDERM, a leading HA-based filler family, is also rich in peptides, vitamins, or amino acids. Suppose you are considering filling and modeling your lips, contouring the face, filling nasolabial folds or marionette wrinkles, or undergo mesotherapy to smooth wrinkles and nourish them from the inside. In that case, Juvederm is a top brand that will meet your needs and expectations.

Why Juvederm?

  • Juvederm is the world’s leading brand.
  • Juvederm products are an ideal solution for dealing with the signs of skin aging.
  • They positively affect the skin’s overall condition, moisturizing and filling to generate a naturally looking result.
  • Juvederm products are used only by trained and certified doctors in our clinic, ensuring their safe administration.

 

Juvederm Volbella with lidocaine utilizes the unique VYCROSS technology responsible for the natural look and a longer-lasting effect – from 9 to 12 months! Thanks to the lidocaine content, the procedure is much less painful and relatively comfortable. The product is applied not only to restore the natural volume of the lips but also to model their shape, smooth the vertical lines of the lips and the hollows in the corners of your mouth. At the same time, it eliminates the so-called marionette lines that run from the corner of your mouth to the chin. It is the only dermal filler with a clinically proven long-term performance that lasts up to 12 months.

Juvederm Volbella is used directly by injection into the lips and mouth area to achieve the desired effect, preventing loss of volume and smoothing out wrinkles. The essential component of the Juvederm series is hyaluronic acid obtained from a natural carbohydrate, which helps maintain your skin’s volume and elasticity. Scientific research confirms the effectiveness of this product. A study published in the peer-reviewed journal “Clinical, Cosmetic & Investigational Dermatology” showed that Juvederm Volbella is better tolerated by the body and provides smooth and natural lip enhancement.

Juvederm Ultra is another preparation designed for lips and surrounding areas, increasing the volume, emphasizing the shape and contour, and evening out vertical wrinkles. The filler combines all the unique advantages of the entire series. Unlike other products, Juvederm Ultra does not have a granular structure, which means it flows easily into filled areas, giving your lips a beautiful appearance while providing a smooth and natural look.

 

Anatomy of the lips

The fundamental concern of any successful aesthetic procedure is the knowledge of the treatment area. Sadly, increasingly procedures are performed without taking into account the anatomy and topographic conditions of the oral region, the results being various caricatures of enlarged, fake-looking lips. When choosing a specialist for your next treatment, look for a medical professional with years of experience and proper training in aesthetic and anti-aging therapies. At New You, lip augmentation techniques are based on philosophy, where we treat our cosmetic procedures as a form of art with a final result of a masterpiece. An excellent specialist performs treatments with the arcana of cosmetology, aesthetic medicine, and widely accepted standards and tends. They should know the anatomy, muscles surrounding the mouth gap, dentition topography, blood vessels, innervation, and type of mucosa, which will enable us to choose the appropriate preparation, usually based on hyaluronic acid, know its composition, viscosity, density, cross-linking procedure, the depth of injection, time remaining in the tissue, and, above all, safely perform the procedure.

 

Lower Lip Pillows

The natural appearance of your lips consists of a slightly bigger lower lip and smaller upper lip. When performing lip augmentation, it is of crucial importance to maintain the appealing ratio of your lips. Concentrating on the two soft pillows located on your lower lip will preserve the full and sensual appearance, maintaining definition all at the same time.

 

Commissures

The labial commissures are essentially your lip corners, which connect both lips on the sides. Their work depends on the muscles, allowing you to express various emotions, such as sadness or joy. Unfortunately, with time, as your skin becomes sagging and muscle strength weakens, the corners may droop, making you look gloomy and tired.

 

Philtrum and Cupid’s Bow

Cupid’s bow is a triangular or oval-shaped line of the upper lip, forming the lower base of the philtrum, the ridge between your nose and mouth. It divides the upper lip into two parts, and depending on the degree of its angle, it provides a specific appearance to the vermillion border – the red zone of your lip. In Roman mythology, Cupid is the god of love and desire, shooting a golden arrow from his bow – hence the name of the upper lip part resembling an arch. The word “philtrum” is derived from the ancient Greek phrase “love potion.” The ancient Greeks considered the philtrum to be one of the most sensitive parts of the human body, recognizing it as the most sensually attractive facial feature.

 

Vermilion Border

The vermilion border is the outer layer surrounding your lips. It has a particular structure, consisting primarily of thin skin, devoid of sweat and sebaceous glands. Its color results from the blood vessel layer showing through the thin epidermis.

 

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Proper lip care

Your mouth is an extremely delicate part of your body since the thin skin covering your lips is prone to damage. Your lips require special care all year round. Healthy, moisturized, uncracked lips are attractive, decorating your face without the need to apply colored lipsticks. So, how do we care for our lips?

Here are a few basic rules for proper lip care. These are elementary habits, but if ignored, they can effectively contribute to your lips’ poor condition:

  • Don’t lick your lips when dry, especially in winter. Licking your lips is an automatic reflex, but there are other ways to moisturize your lips, and licking them will have the opposite effect.
  • Avoid expired lipsticks or lip balms. While those won’t poison you, old cosmetic products may worsen the condition of your lips. In some women, rancid lipstick can cause perioral dermatitis, burning, rash, and itching.
  • Don’t borrow someone else’s lip products – it is an effective way to catch bacteria such as the herpes virus. Similarly, avoid using testers at the drugstore.
  • Maintain proper hygiene and cleanliness in contact with your lip cosmetics. Choose lip glosses and lipsticks that come with an applicator. In addition, carry your products in a cosmetic bag to prevent them from getting in contact with water, sand, or dirt.
  • In summer or winter, always apply a protective lip balm with UV filters.
  • Apply a moisturizing lotion to your lips at night – you can use shea butter, argan oil, or even olive oil.

 

FAQ

Why have lip fillers?

Too narrow, asymmetrical, or dry lips can cause various insecurities and general discomfort. In such cases, aesthetic medicine offers treatments with hyaluronic acid. It is a wonderful alternative for people who do not want to or cannot use invasive beauty correction methods. At New You, we know how to emphasize your natural beauty in a subtle way, improving the color and firmness of your lips.

Hyaluronic acid occurs naturally in the body and is primarily responsible for skin hydration, elasticity, and fluids’ viscosity. With age, its amount significantly decreases, which becomes visible in the skin aging process.

 

What’s the procedure like?

Your doctor injects the filler using a syringe with a thin needle, and then gently massages the lips to distribute the preparation evenly. Each treatment is preceded by a medical consultation, enabling us to learn about your unique expectations and rule out any contraindications. Lip augmentation is not a time-consuming procedure – it usually takes about 30 minutes. Before the treatment, we apply local anesthesia to reduce any pain associated with the injection. Your lips may be a bit swollen, which will subside within the next 2-3 days.

Are there risks involved?

In the heat of the fight for a better appearance, we often forget about safety. It’s worth remembering that each procedure carries a potential risk of adverse reactions. Using preparations from reputable companies with a known safety profile and performing the procedure by an experienced medical provider, we can significantly minimize the risk of complications.

Some of the risks involved include:

  • Infectious complications, such as an abscess or a biofilm
  • Granulomas
  • Allergic reactions to one of the ingredients
  • Unsatisfactory aesthetic effect
  • Prolonged swelling, often due to injection in the wrong site
  • Temporary hematoma
  • Edema
  • Pain
  • Erythema

 

Will I bruise after lip fillers?

As with any injections, temporary bruising may occur. Knowing your own skin is a good indicator of whether you will bruise and how long bruising will remain. People with sensitive, delicate skin might experience more bruising than others, which will eventually subside.

Can men get lip filler?

Increasingly more men are seeking aesthetic treatments, which is essentially no different than work performed on women. Hyaluronic acid can be used regardless of gender. While lip augmentation is rarely performed among men, a slight correction of the lips’ shape is much more common.

Can fat work instead of fillers?

Lip augmentation with your own fat, sometimes called lipofilling, is a surgical method of lip enhancement by transplanting fat from another part of the body. In other words, the procedure consists of filling the lips with your fat cells.

 

About NewYouChicago.com

Aesthetic medicine is a dynamically developing field that requires specializing doctors to continuously expand their knowledge. At New You Chicago, we offer the highest quality treatments utilizing reputable brands and following all safety protocols. Aesthetic medicine is a form of art that demands innate instincts, experience, training, and appropriate knowledge. Seasoned medical staff will select a treatment profile customized to your needs, which will allow us to obtain satisfactory results. Properly matched treatments will delay the aging process and let you enjoy a beautiful and radiant look for a long time.

 

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