Lip AugmentationServing Dublin and the greater Bay Area.

Lip augmentation is a sought-after treatment that can help revitalize your smile, offset age-related volume loss, and boost your overall sense of beauty and confidence. At Tri Valley Plastic Surgery in the Bay Area, our team of skilled aesthetic experts focuses on nuanced, natural-looking outcomes that seamlessly refresh your appearance.

When It Comes to Lip Augmentation, the Axiom “Less is More” Holds True

Lip augmentation can do more than just restore luscious volume to your pout. It can also enhance lip border definition, smooth away vertical lip lines, and improve symmetry and balance in your smile. At the Tri Valley Plastic Surgery Med Spa serving Dublin and Walnut Creek, CA, our practitioners deliver elegant, personalized lip augmentation results that make you look like you were born with full, ultra-feminine lips. Call us today to get started with a private consultation.

What Is Lip Augmentation?

As we age, our natural supply of hyaluronic acid, elastin, and collagen – essential compounds that keep the skin looking youthful and supple – begins to dwindle, leaving the lips looking deflated and depleted. Lip augmentation is a cosmetic treatment that can help enliven your smile, restoring its resilience and sultriness.

While the most common method of enhancing the lips is to administer dermal filler injections, there is also the option to plump the lips using your own transferred fat or silicone lip implants. Our team will discuss your options with you during your private Dublin consultation so you can make an informed decision that is right for your goals.

Lip Fillers Offered at the Tri Valley Plastic Surgery Med Spa

Lip fillers are formulated with biocompatible hyaluronic acid, a compound that binds to water molecules, boosting volume, hydration, and suppleness. We offer the following hyaluronic acid-based injectables for a beautiful, seamless smile:

RESTYLANE – The classic Restylane formula is perfect for redefining your lips, sharpening the Cupid’s bow, and offsetting age-related volume loss.
RESTYLANE REFYNE – This filler is engineered with proprietary XpresHAn Technology, which allows for flexibility and spontaneity in your smile. It also smooths vertical lip lines.
RESTYLANE KYSSE – Pliable and supple, Kysse provides natural-looking lip augmentation while reducing the appearance of lipstick lines.

What Is a Lip Flip?

Another option for achieving a sexier smile is to undergo a “lip flip” using BOTOX injections. The treatment focuses on correcting the appearance of the corners of the mouth and the Cupid’s bow at the center of the upper lip. It can also help to minimize an overly “gummy” smile. When injected, BOTOX relaxes the tiny muscles around the mouth, allowing the upper lip to look fuller without fillers.

Benefits of Lip Augmentation in the Bay Area

Lip augmentation comes with an array of transformative benefits to help you feel more confident and youthful. These include the following:

Restores healthy-looking volume
Smooths away creases, lines, and wrinkles
Improves definition in the Cupid’s bow
Corrects downturned corners of the mouth
Improves lip symmetry and balance
Boosts self-esteem
Creates a more inviting, attractive countenance

Who Is a Good Candidate for Lip Augmentation?

The best way to determine your candidacy for lip augmentation is to meet with our team of cosmetic providers, overseen by board-certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon Dr. Steven Williams, for a private consultation. During this meeting, we will go over your medical history to ensure no contraindications are present, and we will conduct a thorough physical evaluation as well. In general, good candidates have the following characteristics:

Free from uncontrolled medical concerns like diabetes and blood disorders
Not suffering from chronic cold sores
Non-smoker, or willing to quit prior to the procedure
Over 18 years old
Willing to stop taking certain medications and supplements before treatment
Struggling with signs of aging in the lips, including volume loss
Unhappy with asymmetry in the lips
Frustrated by lip lines and wrinkles around the mouth
Realistic expectations

How Are Lip Injections Performed?

To begin, your provider will make sure your lips are coated with a topical numbing gel so that your session is comfortable and stress-free. Many lip fillers also contain built-in lidocaine, which further enhances your peace of mind and relaxation. Once the injection points are carefully mapped out, your provider will administer the filler strategically, being careful not to overfill your lips but adding enough product that you can achieve your ideal sultry pout. Once your injections are complete, you are free to resume your normal schedule.

Recovery After Lip Augmentation

There is no downtime after lip filler injections. This is ideal for busy, active individuals who need to jump right back into work, school, or other pressing activities after their lip augmentation session. Mild swelling and bruising may occur at the injection sites, but these symptoms usually resolve in around 12-24 hours. For 1-2 days after your appointment, you should avoid alcohol, intense heat, strenuous exercise, smoking, wearing makeup, excessive sun exposure, and using a straw.

Why Choose the Med Spa at Tri Valley Plastic Surgery in Dublin?

Our world-class Bay Area Med Spa provides a broad range of exciting aesthetic treatments to help patients achieve a more rejuvenated, youthful appearance. Tri Valley Plastic Surgery is helmed by board-certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon Dr. Steven Williams, who attended the elite Yale University School of Medicine. Dr. Williams is the former President of the prestigious American Society of Plastic Surgeons and is known for his unwavering commitment to patient safety as well as his artistry, precision, and integrity.

If you want to learn more about lip augmentation at our luxury Med Spa, don’t hesitate to reach out today and schedule a private, informative consultation with our friendly providers. We are excited to help you get started on the path to a more vivacious, attractive smile and the confidence that comes with it.