Anatomic guideline for lip filling

Vol. 2 – Number 6 – 2021 Literature review Page 78-91 Anatomic guideline for lip filling Lisiane C.C. Ditzel Kubitski¹ ABSTRACT The facial procedures are among the most demanded aesthetic treatments nowadays, and among such, the lip filling points out. The lips occupy a highlight point in the face and if well contoured and voluminous, represent youth, health and beauty. The lip filling with hyaluronic acid is a minimally invasive procedure that is well tolerated and gives immediate aesthetic results, which make it really attractive to the patient. It is a safe and relatively simple treatment in the execution, what makes it preference among the professionals as well. The profound knowledge of the lip anatomy is essential to reach aesthetic results in the lip filling and in order to make it a really safe procedure. The treatment consists basically in sculpting the lips with filling material, and so, it is important to bare in mind the tridimensional nature of the lips. The correct position of the anatomical structures and sub units is what guarantees a natural and aesthetic result. Yet, the position of vessels and nerves allows the prediction of risk zones. Furthermore, anatomical differences related to age, gender and the patient preferences should be considered. This article aim is to present the lip anatomy in a clear and objective manner so that the professional fills the lips obtaining harmoniuos results in a safe and optimum way. Descriptors: Lip anatomy, lip filling, lip augmentation. ¹ Specialist in Orthodontics, Specialist in Orofacial Harmonization. DOI: 10.24077/2021;26-7891