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The Skinny
Average Recovery
2 weeks
Permanence
Permanent
Application
Surgical Procedure
Surgical
Yes
Cost
$5000 - $8000
The Specifics
What is a lip augmentation with SMAS implant?
A lip augmentation with SMAS implant is a type of surgical lip enhancement procedure that can only be performed by a board certified plastic surgeon in conjunction with an SMAS facelift. The superficial musculoaponeurotic system (SMAS) is located between the deepest skin layer and the facial muscles. It is composed of collagen fat, and other fibrous tissue.
Anatomy of the Lip
During a facelift procedure, SMAS can be harvested for reimplantation in the lips. Given this is the patient’s own tissue there is no risk of rejection. Small incisions at the corners of the mouth allow the plastic surgeon to create a tunnel through which the SMAS material can be molded and shaped. These implants can be placed in the upper lip and/or lower lip. The SMAS implant creates plump lips with a natural appearance and improves facial feature symmetry.
What cosmetic concerns does a lip augmentation with SMAS implant procedure treat?
Who is the ideal candidate for a lip augmentation with SMAS implant procedure?
Ideal candidates for a lip augmentation with SMAS implant are those in good health already undergoing a SMAS facelift who would like to simultaneously enhance lip volume, projection, and eversion. Lip augmentation with SMAS implants are not recommended for those with infections in and around the mouth (like cold sores), smokers unwilling to quit around the time of the procedure, and those with certain chronic conditions.
What is the average recovery associated with a lip augmentation with SMAS implant procedure?
Initial recovery from a lip augmentation with SMAS implant can range from one to two weeks. Most patients return to work within three days. Limitations on exercise and strenuous activity are recommended for up to four weeks. A soft diet will be necessary for one week post op.
What are the potential side effects of a lip augmentation with SMAS implant procedure?
Possible side effects from a lip augmentation with SMAS implant procedure include bumps, lumps, migration of materials, asymmetry, bruising, bleeding, and swelling.
What can someone expect from the results of a lip augmentation with SMAS implant procedure?
A lip augmentation with SMAS implant will provide immediate and permanent results. Swelling and wound healing will resolve over three to four weeks.
What is the average cost of a lip augmentation with SMAS implant procedure?
A one time, permanent surgical procedure, a lip augmentation with SMAS implant cost ranges from $5,000 to $8,000. The actual cost of the procedure is dependent upon location, plastic surgeon, and length and involvement of the surgery. Remember this is a cosmetic surgery (not a reconstructive surgery), and so it will not be covered by insurance.
Pros
- Body Will Not Reject
- Natural Results
- Long Lasting Results
Cons
- Asymmetry
- Only Available With A Facelift
- Results Fade Slightly Over Time
Invasiveness Score
Invasiveness is graded based on factors such as anesthesia practices, incisions, and recovery notes common to this procedure.
What to Expect
Lip augmentation with a SMAS implant is only performed alongside a facelift procedure. A portion of the excised SMAS tissue is inserted into the lips to enhance volume. Here is a quick guide for what to expect before, during, and after lip augmentation with SMAS implant.
The Takeaway
Lip augmentation with SMAS implants is a permanent lip enhancement procedure only performed in conjunction with a SMAS facelift already being performed by a board certified plastic surgeon. SMAS material is native to the candidate’s body and, therefore, carries no risk of rejection. The average recovery is two to four weeks.
