Lip Enhancement:

There are several options of lip enhancement. For some patients collagen replacement therapy is the best option. Collagen replacement therapy is very safe, and can be performed during an office visit once the patient has been evaluated and had a consultation. Collagen replacement therapy however, does need to be repeated every 3-6 months to maintain the desired result. A more permanent treatment includes Alloderm or Advanta lip augmentation. This is a relatively minor procedure whereby the desired fullness is created with a tissue implant. Another option depending on the particular anatomy of the patient is the lip advancement " lip lift " procedure. For each procedure discussed on this web site there are particular advantages or disadvantages depending on the goals of the patient and would be discussed in detail during the consultation.

Smile Lines/Nasalabial Folds:

Smile lines are different in all patients and the recommendations made by Dr. Rodgers will depend on the patients goals and expectations. Some patients will benefit more from a lifting procedure, while others can have significant correction with a soft tissue implant. In this particular location Dr. Rodgers will generally recommend an implant procedure involving either the Alloderm tissue implant or the Advanta soft implant. This would be discussed in detail during the consultation.