lip reduction
Lip reduction surgery aims to achieve harmonious relationship between upper and lower lip, as well as to attain normal lip competence. patient may present with:
- protruding lips giving undesirable look.
- Oral dysfunction, interference with speech, salivary control and mastication.
- Procedure can be performed under local anesthesia, usually take 1 to 2 hours depending upon patient tolerance.
- Incision given at junction of wet and dry mucosa.
- Surgical techniques include: Bikini lip reduction and Brazilian lip reduction.
- Patient can be discharged on same day.
- Postoperative complication may include: redness, slight pain, bruising, scarring, allergic reaction.
- Lip reduction considered as safe procedure.
- Non-surgical options may include: dermal fillers to cheeks to balance the look.
- Foundation and concealer application to lips.
- Facial exercises.
- Staying hydrated to reduce inflammation.