What to know
How it is performed
Lip reduction commonly removes a planned strip of tissue from the inner lip. Augmentation may use fillers or fat transfer, with different maintenance needs. Dimple creation uses an internal cheek approach to create a tether. Your consultation identifies which individual procedure is relevant.
Who may consider a consultation?
People with a specific lip-size or contour concern, or an interest in dimples, can discuss the options. Existing asymmetry and prior treatments influence planning.
Recovery & follow-up
Swelling can temporarily change the appearance and movement of the lips or cheeks. Follow the specific oral-care and activity instructions. The final contour and, after dimple surgery, the appearance at rest may evolve during healing.
Risks & considerations
Discuss asymmetry, scarring, infection, altered sensation and an unwanted or persistent contour. Injectable treatments have additional risks, including vascular complications.
Questions to bring to your consultation
Ask about surgical and non-surgical options, symmetry, scarring and whether a change is reversible. Discuss what the feature may look like at rest and during expression.