Awaken Youthful Lips with Strategic Filler for Corner Lifting
A corner lip lift with filler is a quick treatment that gently lifts the corners of your mouth up with injections. This little tweak can turn a frown upside down into a more upbeat, cheerful smile.
Do the corners of your mouth seem to turn downwards, making you appear perpetually sad or tired? Downturned mouth corners can add years to your appearance and detract from your facial harmony. But you don’t have to settle for a frown – a corner lip lift with filler can give your mouth a lifted, youthful look.
What Causes Downturned Corners of the Mouth?
The downward or frowning turn of the corners of the mouth has several potential underlying causes. These can include factors like:
- Genetics – Some people may inherently have less active facial muscles and a predisposition for downturned mouth corners.
- Muscle imbalance – The depressor anguli oris (DAO) muscles that pull down the mouth corners may be overactive, causing a downturned appearance.
- Aging – Loss of elasticity in the skin and muscles around the mouth as people age allows the corners to turn downward.
- Lifestyle factors – Sun exposure, smoking, and poor nutrition can accelerate aging of the facial skin and muscles.
- Rare genetic disorders – Downturned mouth corners may be a feature of certain rare congenital conditions affecting facial development.
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The Corner Lip Lift with Fillers
A corner lip lift with filler provides a nonsurgical solution to turn up the corners of the mouth. It involves precise injection of dermal filler, usually hyaluronic acid, into the oral commissures – the outer areas of the lips where they meet the corners. The filler adds volume and support in these relaxed areas, repositioning the mouth corners into an upward lift.
Unlike a surgical corner lip lift, filler requires no incisions and can be performed quickly in-office. Results are immediately visible and there is minimal downtime. It’s a more subtle change than surgical options, ideal for those seeking a natural-looking lift. The effects typically last 6-12 months before a touch-up is needed.
What are the Benefits of a Corner Lip Lift with Fillers?
Getting a corner lip lift procedure in conjunction with lip fillers can provide several advantages for enhancing the appearance of the mouth area:
Improved Lip Appearance and Proportion
By surgically lifting the outer corners of the mouth, a corner lip lift can correct drooping corners, creating better symmetry and fullness of the lips. Lip fillers can then augment volume for a plump, youthful pout. This comprehensive approach helps achieve a balanced, proportional lip shape.
Minimized Downturned Mouth
Lifting the downturned corners of the mouth helps reduce the appearance of frowning, sadness, or disapproval. Turning up the mouth corners results in a more pleasant, upbeat expression. This can have positive effects on self-confidence and social interactions.
Reversible and Adjustable Results
Unlike a full surgical lip lift, corner lip lifts utilize smaller incisions, minimizing scarring. By pairing the procedure with fillers, results can be gradually enhanced and tweaked over time to prevent an overly fake or done appearance. Fillers can also be dissolved if the patient wants to scale back the effects.
Minimal Downtime
A corner lip lift is an outpatient procedure done under local anesthesia. Patients experience less swelling, bruising, and recovery time compared to a full lip lift surgery done under general anesthesia. Most can return to normal activity within a week.
Natural-Looking Results
The corner lip lift mainly addresses the outer region of the lips, creating subtle but visible improvement. Combining targeted lifting with strategic filler injection allows a gradual, natural-looking augmentation of the mouth area for restored vibrancy and a reduction of visible aging signs.
The dual procedures enhance the lip area safely and effectively, providing customizable rejuvenation. Patients can subtly reshape their smile with lower risk and recovery time compared to a full surgical lip lift.
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Who is a Good Candidate for Corner Lip Lift with Filler?
A corner lip lift with filler is suitable for both men and women who want to correct drooping mouth corners that make them appear sad, angry, or excessively tired. Good candidates include:
- Those with naturally downturned mouth corners
- Individuals starting to show signs of aging around the mouth
- People who want very subtle lip enhancement
- Patients wanting to balance asymmetrical lip corners
- Anyone seeking a nonsurgical approach to lift the corners
The procedure can refresh the face for a more upbeat, positive expression. It also complements other facial aesthetic treatments.
Potential Side Effects and Risks
When performed by an experienced provider, side effects from corner lip lifts with filler are generally mild and temporary. These may include:
- Swelling, bruising, redness around injection sites
- Temporary numbness in the lip area
- Needle discomfort during injections
- Asymmetrical or unnatural results (rare)
More serious complications like infection or blocked blood vessels are very uncommon with dermal fillers. Choosing an expert injector helps minimize risks. Notify your provider about any problems after treatment. Proper aftercare helps reduce side effects.
What is the Cost of a Corner Lip Lift with Filler?
The average cost of a corner lip lift using facial fillers can vary widely, with prices typically ranging from $500 – $1,500 per treatment session. However, the total cost depends on several factors:
| Geographic Location | Prices tend to be higher in major metropolitan areas like New York City or Los Angeles compared to smaller cities or rural areas. The cost of real estate and staff overhead is higher in major cities. |
| Provider Fees | Board-certified plastic surgeons and dermatologists who specialize in cosmetic treatments often charge more for their expertise and experience. In general, physicians command higher fees than nurse injectors or medi-spas. |
| Type of Filler | Advanced hyaluronic acid (HA) fillers that tend to last longer, like Juvederm Voluma or Restylane Lyft, are more expensive than basic HA fillers. More specialized fillers like Radiesse or Sculptra are also pricier. |
| Number of Syringes | Most corner lip lifts require 1-2 syringes of filler, depending on the amount of lift and augmentation desired. More syringes means higher costs. Some providers offer package discounts if you purchase multiple syringes upfront. |
| Touch-up Sessions | Initial results only last 6-12 months before the filler is absorbed, so maintenance appointments are needed to sustain the effect. Repeat treatments are typically priced lower than the initial session. |
Lifestyle Recommendations After a Corner Lip Lift
After a corner lip lift procedure, follow these lifestyle recommendations to support proper healing and optimal results:
Diet and Nutrition
- Stick to a soft food diet for the first 5-7 days, avoiding hard, crunchy, or acidic foods that could irritate the healing lip area. Focus on smoothies, yogurt, soup, applesauce, mashed potatoes or other soft, nutritious whole foods.
- Stay hydrated by drinking at least 64 ounces of water daily. Avoid alcohol for at least one week.
- Eat plenty of vitamin C and zinc to promote tissue repair and collagen production. Citrus fruits, leafy greens, nuts and seeds are great sources.
Activity
- Avoid strenuous exercise or activity for 1-2 weeks. Take it easy and limit movements that stretch the lips.
- Sleep with your head elevated on extra pillows to minimize swelling for the first few nights. Get at least 8 hours of sleep per night.
Wound Care
- Gently cleanse the lip area twice daily using a mild cleanser and pat dry. Use ice packs as needed for swelling.
- Avoid wearing lipstick or gloss until the lips have fully healed, usually around 2 weeks.
Follow-Up Appointments
- Complete all follow-up appointments as directed by your surgeon to monitor your progress and address any concerns.
- Notify your surgeon right away if you experience signs of infection like worsening pain, swelling, redness, drainage or fever.
- Continue to avoid direct sun on the lips for at least 2 months post-procedure.
Following your surgeon’s post-op instructions and taking good care of yourself will ensure you heal properly and enjoy your rejuvenated lips! Let your practitioner know if you have any questions.
Perk Up Your Pout with a Corner Lip Lift
Downturned mouth corners can make anyone appear sad or disinterested. A corner lip lift using dermal filler is a quick, nonsurgical solution to turn up the corners of the mouth for a more cheerful, youthful look.
It’s a subtle change that can balance facial features and restore a refreshed appearance. Schedule a consultation with an experienced provider to see if you’re a candidate for this simple, effective lip enhancer.
Turn That Frown Upside Down with Bellava MedAesthetics
For an instant facial refresh without surgery, discover the benefits of a Corner Lip Lift with Filler at Bellava MedAesthetics. Our skilled providers can give you lifted, beautiful lips in minutes, so you can say goodbye to a droopy pout. Contact us today to schedule your consultation!
