BOTOX® Cosmetic is well-known as an FDA-approved medication designed to treat frown lines, “crow’s feet,” and forehead lines, but some patients may not be aware of the injectable’s ability to create a more youthful lip shape. In a treatment commonly referred to as a “Lip Flip,” BOTOX® Cosmetic is strategically injected into the orbicularis oris muscle, which is the muscle encircling the lips. This temporarily relaxes the muscles that pull the lip downward, allowing a natural “lift” that reveals more of the pink surface of the upper lip. In turn, the lips appear fuller and more youthful without actually increasing volume with dermal fillers.
When applied towards lip rejuvenation, BOTOX® Cosmetic can improve the appearance and shape of the lips in the following ways:
- Reveals more “lip show”
- Creates the appearance of a fuller lip and a softer pout
- Achieves more balanced and defined lip proportions, especially if your upper lip disappears when smiling
If desired, BOTOX® Cosmetic can also smooth “smoker’s lines” — vertical fine lines surrounding the lips — and improve age-related drooping in the corners of the mouth. Treatment typically takes 15 to 30 minutes depending on each patient’s needs. While some swelling may occur, there is no downtime necessary after injections and many individuals conveniently undergo treatment during their lunch break. Results typically appear within a few days and can last approximately six to eight weeks, making it an effective option for Providence-area men and women looking for temporary aesthetic rejuvenation, or a more natural-looking alternative to lip fillers.
There is a wide variety of non-surgical aesthetic rejuvenation options available at our Cranston and Providence-area practice to provide a fuller, more youthful lip shape. Contact Polacek Center for Plastic Surgery today for additional information on a Lip Flip or to learn about our minimally invasive services.