title: Lip augmentation.
abstract: Lip augmentation has become increasingly popular in recent years as a reflection of cultural trends emphasizing youth and beauty. Techniques to enhance the appearance of the lips have evolved with advances in biotechnology. An understanding of lip anatomy and aesthetics forms the basis for successful results. We outline the pertinent anatomy and aesthetics of the preoperative evaluation. A summary of various filler materials available is provided. Augmentation options include both injectable and open surgical techniques. The procedures and materials currently favored by the authors are described in greater detail.
authors.affiliation: Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD 21287, USA. pbyrne2@jhmi.edu
authors.forename: Patrick J
authors.initials: PJ
authors.lastname: Byrne
authors.forename: Peter A
authors.initials: PA
authors.lastname: Hilger
mesh_terms: D000273:Adipose Tissue / Q000637:transplantation; D000375:Aging / Q000473:pathology; D001672:Biocompatible Materials / Q000627:therapeutic use; D003094:Collagen / Q000627:therapeutic use; D004954:Esthetics; D005145:Face / Q000033:anatomy & histology; D006801:Humans; D008046:Lip / Q000033:anatomy & histology / Q000502:physiology / Q000601:surgery*; D010347:Patient Care Planning; D019651:Plastic Surgery Procedures
chemical_list: C440568:Alloderm; D001672:Biocompatible Materials; D003094:Collagen