Plastic surgery is a surgical specialty involving the restoration, reconstruction, or alteration of the human body. It can be divided into two main categories: reconstructive surgery and cosmetic surgery.
Reconstructive surgery includes craniofacial surgery, hand surgery, microsurgery, and the treatment of burns. While reconstructive surgery aims to reconstruct a part of the body or improve its functioning, cosmetic (or aesthetic) surgery aims at improving the appearance of it.
Lip augmentation Lip augmentation is an in-office cosmetic procedure that creates fuller, more youthful-looking lips. There are different types of lip augmentation to fit your needs and goals. Some procedures are nonsurgical, using fillers to plump up the lips temporarily. Others involve small incisions in your lips or face for longer-lasting results.
What are the types of lip augmentation? Types of lip augmentation include:
Fat grafting (autologous fat injections or fat transfer): A plastic surgeon takes fat from another area of your body — commonly your stomach — purifies it and injects it into your lips. Lip fillers: A healthcare provider injects lip filler, also called a dermal filler, into your lips or around your mouth. Lip implants: A plastic surgeon makes a small incision in each corner of your mouth and inserts an implant into your lips. Lip lift: A plastic surgeon removes excess skin between your nose and upper lip (or the corners of your mouth) to pull up your lips.
