“No-Touch” Technique for Lip Enhancement

Surek, Christopher C.; Guisantes, Eva; Schnarr, Kenna; Jelks, Glenn W.; Beut, Javier

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“…As reported in many studies, HA offers a reliable lip volumization for facial rejuvenation and turns out to be an effective and safe material for lip augmentation 2,10,11,12 . The current mainstream injection techniques include the “no‐touch” technique, four‐point injection technique, and French kiss technique, which were designed for Western populations 13‐15 . Therefore, new injection methods developed for lip augmentation in Chinese are required.…”

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Efficacy and safety of hyaluronic acid fillers for lip augmentation in a Chinese population

Guo

Wei

et al. 2022

J of Cosmetic Dermatology

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Full lips are considered youthful and attractive. Lip augmentation is one of the most popular cosmetic procedures performed today, especially in Caucasian populations. 1 Previous studies suggested that hyaluronic acid (HA) is an acceptable material for nonsurgical facial rejuvenation. 2 As living standards are improving, Chinese have paid increasing attention on to the facial rejuvenation. A recent consumer survey revealed that there is a gradual increase in Chinese consumer demand for lip augmentation. Regrettably, no injectable HA has been approved for lip augmentation in China till date. Clinical trials of lip augmentation have previously been reportedfor non-Asian subjects. 3,4 However, no study has investigated the effectiveness of HA injection for lip augmentation in the Chinese population. Given esthetic differences, the technique and volume of injections may also differ across different populations. Therefore, the present study aimed to explore an appropriate injection technique that can be applied to Chinese.

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“…2,10,11,12 The current mainstream injection techniques include the "no-touch" technique, four-point injection technique, and French kiss technique, which were designed for Western populations. [13][14][15] Therefore, new injection methods developed for lip augmentation in Chinese are required.…”

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confidence: 99%

Efficacy and safety of hyaluronic acid fillers for lip augmentation in a Chinese population

Guo

Wei

et al. 2022

J of Cosmetic Dermatology

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“…There are quite a few remarkable techniques that already exist concerning lip augmentation. 22 , 24 , 31 However we feel that the “step-by-step Φ” technique is designed to assist junior practitioners to simplify and senior practitioners to optimize their own lip augmentation procedure. This method has a short learning curve and it is easy and safe for even a resident plastic surgeon to master.…”

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A Safe and Effective Lip Augmentation Method: The Step-by-Step Φ (Phi) Technique

Keramidas

Rodopoulou

Gavala

2021

Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery - Global Open

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Background: The shape and fullness of the lips are essential in facial aesthetics. We describe a safe injection technique of hyaluronic acid (HA), based on the well-known golden number Φ (phi), for lip augmentation. Methods: The name given to that procedure is “the step-by-step Φ technique.” Firstly, “step-by-step” because we never inject more than 1–1.5 ml of HA in 1 session, and “phi” because we apply the golden ratio 1.618—broadly known as Φ—to identify the proper points for injection. Using a specific caliper, we identified 3–4 points in each upper half of the lip. We injected 0.01–0.05 ml of lower concentration (25 mg/g) HA in these particular areas of the upper lip, from the vermillion border into the vermillion. We took into consideration the existing lip volume to decide the proper amount of HA to be injected in every single site, as lips are often asymmetric. On the lower lip, we use the same caliper to identify again the proper injection points. If necessary, the next 2 sessions are performed at an interval of 15–30 days. Results: Our technique was performed in 833 patients. Mean age was 30.2 years (range: 18–72 years), and most patients were very satisfied. With this technique, we avoid severe complications such as arterial embolism or venous occlusion and unnatural results. The most common side effects were swelling, redness, and mild pain. Conclusion: The step-by-step Φ technique is safe, easy to learn and perform, and can provide natural results in lip augmentation.

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“…Special attention should be paid not to violate lip mucosa during the procedure. 21 Injections along the white roll results in a "Paris" lip, that prevents lateral spreading of the lipstick. In a recent trial using HA filler, anterograde technique was preferred by most patients due to lower pain sensations during the procedure.…”

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“…Anterograde or retrograde injection techniques along the vermillion borders are widely used for lip enhancement. Special attention should be paid not to violate lip mucosa during the procedure 21 . Injections along the white roll results in a “Paris” lip, that prevents lateral spreading of the lipstick.…”

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Lip enhancement and mouth corner lift with fillers and botulinum toxin A

Wollina

Goldman

2020

Dermatologic Therapy

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Beautiful lips are responsible for facial attractiveness and a youthful appearance. During aging process, lips become thinner and the red lips borders get poor defined. Downturn of the corners of the mouth suggests negative emotions. Lip surgery and underlying pathology may result in asymmetries and lip incontinence. Minor invasive procedures with hyaluronic acid fillers and botulinum toxin A are versatile tools to improve appearance of the lips, restore function and improve psycho-social wellbeing. In this review, we discuss anatomy, safety concerns, injections techniques as well as esthetic and medical indications.

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“No-Touch” Technique for Lip Enhancement

Cited by 23 publications

References 15 publications

Efficacy and safety of hyaluronic acid fillers for lip augmentation in a Chinese population

Efficacy and safety of hyaluronic acid fillers for lip augmentation in a Chinese population

A Safe and Effective Lip Augmentation Method: The Step-by-Step Φ (Phi) Technique

Lip enhancement and mouth corner lift with fillers and botulinum toxin A

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