Perioral rejuvenation and lip augmentation

Facial Plast Surg Clin North Am. 2007 Nov;15(4):491-500, vii. doi: 10.1016/j.fsc.2007.08.008.

Abstract

In general, the aging process of the face is a process of atrophy, most noticeable in the perioral region. This article discusses rejuvenation of the perioral region, including fillers, surgery, and facial resurfacing, as correction for this process. Detailed techniques for each of the approaches are outlined. Composition of the various fillers is discussed in conjunction with their respective outcomes and duration of effect. Clinical preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative photographs are presented.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Biocompatible Materials
  • Botulinum Toxins, Type A / therapeutic use
  • Chin
  • Cosmetic Techniques*
  • Humans
  • Hyaluronic Acid / analogs & derivatives
  • Lip*
  • Neuromuscular Agents / therapeutic use
  • Prostheses and Implants
  • Skin Aging*
  • Subcutaneous Fat / transplantation

Substances

  • Biocompatible Materials
  • Neuromuscular Agents
  • Hyaluronic Acid
  • Botulinum Toxins, Type A