Lips Contouring Surgery

Lip contouring surgery, also known as lip lift surgery or lip reshaping, is a cosmetic procedure that aims to enhance the shape, proportion, and overall appearance of the lips. The surgery involves modifying the contours of the lips to achieve a more balanced and aesthetically pleasing result.

Key points about lip contouring surgery:

 

1. Procedure: Lip contouring surgery can involve various techniques, depending on the patient's individual needs and goals. The two main types of lip contouring procedures are:

 

   - Lip Lift: A lip lift is a surgical procedure that shortens the distance between the base of the nose and the upper lip. It helps elevate the position of the upper lip, making it appear fuller and more defined.

 

   - Lip Reshaping: Lip reshaping surgery involves altering the shape of the lips through surgical excision or tissue grafting. This procedure can correct asymmetry, elongate or shorten the lips, or address specific lip concerns.

 

2. Candidates: Lip contouring surgery is suitable for individuals who desire to improve the shape, fullness, or proportions of their lips. Candidates should be in good overall health and have realistic expectations about the surgical outcomes.

 

3. Anesthesia: Lip contouring surgery is typically performed under local anesthesia with sedation or under general anesthesia, depending on the extent of the procedure and the patient's preference.

 

4. Recovery: After lip contouring surgery, patients may experience swelling, bruising, and some discomfort in the treated area. Most individuals can resume light activities within a few days, but it may take a few weeks for the swelling to subside and for the final results to become apparent.

 

5. Results: The results of lip contouring surgery become more visible as the healing process progresses. Patients can expect enhanced lip shape and proportions, and their lips should have a more balanced and aesthetically pleasing appearance.

 

6. Safety: Lip contouring surgery is generally considered safe when performed by a qualified and experienced plastic surgeon. As with any surgical procedure, there are potential risks and complications, such as infection, scarring, and dissatisfaction with the surgical outcomes, which should be discussed with the surgeon before the procedure.

 

It's important for individuals considering lip contouring surgery to have a consultation with a board-certified plastic surgeon who specializes in facial cosmetic procedures. During the consultation, the surgeon will assess the patient's concerns, discuss their goals and expectations, and recommend the most suitable approach to achieve the desired results. They will also explain the potential risks and benefits of the procedure and provide pre-operative and post-operative instructions to ensure a smooth and successful recovery.

 

Want to know more about   Lips Contouring Surgery    In Thailand,   Please consult     Professor Somyos Kunachak,he was trained in Ramathibodi Hospital Mahidol University School of Medicine as well as from several academic bodies in Europe and America. He has been practicing plastic surgery in Thailand for more than 25 years and is running a private practice alongside his career as a fulltime Educator for more than 20years.

During this period, Prof. Kunachak amassed training experiences not just in the field of Plastic Surgery, but also in Anti-Aging Medicine, Hormone Replacement Therapy, Chinese Acupuncture, Laser Medicine and Surgery, Minimal Invasive Surgery and while doing so, authored and published more than 30 scientific and medical researches.

 

Prof. Kunachak has just recently retired from the academe but his natural affinity to be an educator extends to accepting a consultancy position in his university for the Division of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery.

 

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