Lip contouring: a mutually beneficial union of a cosmetologist and an orthodontist

Lip contouring – one of the most popular and demanded procedures in the field of aesthetic medicine.
But, sometimes, in order to carry out a successful lip correction and achieve a visible improvement in the appearance of the patient, a good quality drug in the hands of a professional cosmetologist – not enough.

In such cases, in order to achieve the maximum aesthetic effect, the cosmetologist may need the help of related specialists. We are talking about solving aesthetic problems in patients with malocclusion and who want to perform lip contouring.

Exclusively for estet-portal.com otolaryngologist, plastic surgeon, specialist in injection cosmetology, Institute Hyalual expert Alexander Karpinsky spoke about the importance of correcting the dentition and jaw system during lip contouring with hyaluronic acid fillers.  

Lip contouring: important points when examining a patient

K.A.: In my practice, I do lip contouring on a daily basis. Before the procedure, I collect an anamnesis as much as possible and examine the entire lower third of the patient's face, taking into account all possible proportions and lines.  
In my work I prefer to use Alexa fillers by Institute Hyalual.

One of the most important indicators is the Ricketts line (a straight line connecting the tip of the nose with the anterior point on the chin), which runs 4 mm from the upper lip and 2 mm from the lower.  

It is thanks to this line that we can objectively evaluate the proportions of the upper and lower jaw in relation to the proportions of the lips.

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What are the types of malocclusion  

There are several types of malocclusion.

These include:  

1. Distal bite. This type is characterized by a noticeable protrusion of the upper teeth above the lower arch. In this case, the incisors either contact slightly or do not touch at all;

2. Underbite. The lower arch protrudes strongly forward. Visually, the pathology can be described by a concave profile, a sunken upper lip, a shortened lower part of the face;

3. Open bite. This variety is considered the most difficult and dangerous. The dental arches are not in contact with each other at all. The anomaly leads to a violation of diction, the lower part of the face lengthens, and the facial muscles are in constant tension;

4. Deep bite. It is also called traumatic. The species is characterized by 50% covering of the lower teeth by the upper incisors. As a result of this, the oral mucosa is often injured, eating problems are observed, the front incisors are gradually destroyed;

5. Cross bite. This anomaly is characterized by uneven development of the upper and lower dentition. They may intersect at the front or side of the jaws. Pathology leads to a strong violation of diction, problems with the digestive system, difficulty breathing. 

Incorrect bite, insufficient development of the upper or lower jaw lead to an unaesthetic ratio of the lips to the upper and lower jaw.
 

This point should always be paid attention to when correcting lips with hyaluronic acid. And it is better to work in tandem with an orthodontist, only in this way your corrections will be successful, and patients – happy.  

Read also: Proven effectiveness and predictable results of Alexa fillers

How does a professional partnership with an orthodontist work?

К.А.: The algorithm is as follows: if a patient comes to you with a clear bite deformity, then you must, first of all, refer him to an orthodontist, and only after orthodontist treatment,  You will be able to carry out lip correction with a filler.
 
Very rarely,  with minor bite deformities, we can perform lip correction with hyaluronic acid or chin augmentation, camouflaging the bite problem.

But, this is not a solution to the problem.

Patient photos show the results of correcting minor bite deformities with Alexa fillers from Institute Hyalual.

Success – this is a team game, so don't be afraid to refer your patients to allied specialists. This will make your correction more successful, and in the eyes of your patient you will look like a real pro!

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