Defined Vermilion Border
The lip border reads more defined in the after image, giving the lips clearer shape without added bulk.
Subtle, Natural Volume
Conservative placement adds balanced projection rather than obvious volume, which keeps the result natural from the oblique angle.
Balanced Profile Projection
Upper and lower lip projection is brought into better balance, improving the side-view proportion of the smile.
Details of the Treatment
In oblique view, the lips showed modest volume with a slightly understated vermilion border and limited projection through the upper lip.
Before treatment, the upper lip read flat through the cupid's bow while the lower lip carried most of the existing volume, giving the smile a slightly imbalanced look from the side. How a lip responds depends on starting anatomy, tissue thickness, and how much native volume is present — thin lips take filler differently than lips that are simply under-projected, and over-filling either one reads as unnatural from the oblique angle where projection is most visible.
Lip filler with a hyaluronic acid product was placed conservatively to define the vermilion border and add balanced projection rather than bulk. Cannula technique helps distribute volume smoothly and can limit bruising. In the after image the lip border reads more defined, the cupid's bow has gentle shape, and projection looks more balanced in profile without appearing overdone. How much enhancement is appropriate depends on facial proportion, lip anatomy, and goals — results are temporary and maintained with periodic treatment, not permanent.
Individual results vary. The outcome shown reflects this patient's specific anatomy, health history, and treatment plan. Results shown are not guaranteed and are not necessarily typical. Photos used with patient consent.
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