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Perioral Rejuvenation Procedures (Mouth Area)
Useful information for patients on Perioral Rejuvenation - restoring volume and/or reducing wrinkles around the mouth.
What Is Perioral Rejuvenation?
Perioral rejuvenation refers to a range of treatments designed to improve the appearance of the area around the mouth and lips. These treatments may restore volume, soften wrinkles, improve skin texture and enhance lip definition.
Depending on individual needs, treatment options may include injectable fillers and fat transfer (lipofilling) for volume restoration, or laser resurfacing and chemical peels for eliminating wrinkles. Radiofrequency treatments and other skin rejuvenation procedures can be used as well.
Some treatments are ablative, meaning they remove the outer layers of skin to stimulate renewal, while others are non-ablative and work by stimulating collagen production with minimal disruption to the skin surface.
The most appropriate treatment depends on the patient's anatomy, skin quality, concerns and desired outcome.
When performed by a qualified practitioner, perioral rejuvenation procedures are generally considered safe and effective. However, all procedures carry potential risks that should be discussed during consultation.
Who Is It For?
Perioral rejuvenation may be considered by patients who:
- Wish to improve lip volume or definition.
- Have fine lines or wrinkles around the mouth.
- Notice age-related volume loss in the lower face.
- Wish to improve skin texture or pigmentation around the mouth.
- Are in good general health and have realistic expectations.
Patients with a history of autoimmune disorders, skin conditions, or hypersensitivity reactions may require additional assessment by a qualified surgeon.
Preparation
Before treatment, patients usually undergo:
- A detailed medical history review.
- Physical assessment of the treatment area.
- Review of medications and allergies.
- Discussion of treatment goals and expectations.
- Pre-treatment skin care recommendations where appropriate.
Useful Information
Ensure you consider all aspects of a procedure. You can speak to your surgeon about these areas of the surgery in more detail during a consultation.
Length
How Long Is the Procedure?
Treatment typically takes between 30 minutes and 1 hour, depending on the technique used.
Anesthesia
Do I Need Anesthesia?
Anesthesia requirements vary according to the procedure. Options may include topical anesthetic cream, local anesthesia, local anesthesia with sedation or, in some cases, general anesthesia.
Inpatient/Outpatient
Is The Procedure Inpatient or Outpatient?
Perioral rejuvenation procedures are generally performed on an outpatient basis.
Additional Information
Several side effects may occur after the treatment:
- Temporary swelling
- Temporary bruising
- Mild discomfort or tenderness
- Temporary skin sensitivity
- Redness
Potential risks may include:
- Infection
- Overcorrection or undercorrection
- Asymmetry
- Pigmentation changes
- Irregular contour
- Reactivation of herpes simplex (cold sores)
- Scarring
- Tissue injury or delayed healing
- Hypersensitivity reactions (pain, redness, itching, fever)
Where injectable fillers are used, rare but serious complications may include blood vessel occlusion, tissue loss and visual disturbance, including blindness.
Recovery depends on the treatment performed. Many patients return to normal activities on the same day or within a few days following non-surgical treatments.
Swelling and bruising generally improve within several days. More intensive resurfacing procedures may require a longer recovery period, with redness and skin sensitivity lasting for several weeks.
Patients are typically advised to avoid excessive sun exposure and to use appropriate sun protection during the healing process.
Results vary according to the treatment performed and individual patient factors. Perioral rejuvenation procedures may improve lip volume, soften wrinkles and restore a more refreshed and youthful appearance to the mouth area.
The longevity of results depends on the technique used. Injectable fillers are temporary and generally require maintenance treatments, whereas some resurfacing procedures may provide longer-lasting improvements. The disappearance of wrinkles around the mouth after resurfacing treatments can vary by patient.
Please note: Individual results vary from patient to patient due to factors such as age, skin quality, anatomy and overall health. To understand what results you can expect, please consult with a qualified aesthetic plastic surgeon.