Russian Lips – Russian Lip Technique

With more common lip augmentation techniques, dermal fillers are usually injected into the vermillion border and then potentially into the lip body with the help of a cannula or a needle. The needle works from the outside of the lips inwards, creating a more visible lip border, enhancing its shape and volume. As a result, the lip profile is extended and is easily visible from a side perspective.

As for the Russian lip technique, the filler is vertically injected into the base of the lip towards the outer edge, resulting in a lip lift or a lip flip instead of excessive volume. This technique is also known as lip tenting or the pillar technique. It also perfects the cupid’s bow without accentuating the side profile of the lips and without adding more volume into the lip border.

The Russian Lip Technique can be carried out by several different types of fillers. However, Dr. Schwarzburg always recommends using a hyaluronic acid filler. Restylane Kysse is the one of the most commonly used fillers for the Russian lip technique, as it is gentle and light. Other hyaluronic acid fillers, like Juvederm Ultra, Juvederm Volbella, Revanesse can also be used. Dr. Schwarzburg chooses the best fitting filler for every one of his patients based on their lip type.

Hyaluronic acid fillers perfect the appearance of the lips giving them a certain shape, structure and volume. One can find a number of hyaluronic acid fillers on the market, for example Restylane, Restylane Silk, Juvederm Ultra, Juvederm Ultra Plus, Juvederm Volbella, and Belotero. Hyaluronic acid is great at plumping lips, filling in the cracks on the lip surface and keeping the lip cells moisturized. However, do keep in mind that hyaluronic acid is a natural substance and breaks down inside the body, hence it needs to be consistently refilled to maintain the plumpy appearance of the lips.

The benefits of hyaluronic acid fillers are as follows:

• Controllable lip volume: The doctor has control over the amount of the injected substance, meaning that the ultimate size and volume of the lip is also controllable.
• Gradually progressing treatment: The desired final results can be achieved by means of different appointments, gradually increasing the amount of the injected substance.
• Easily dissolvable bumps: The lumps and bumps that sometimes occur with lip fillers can be dissolved easily with a special enzyme known as Hyaluronidase.
• Less bruising: The potential bruising and swelling levels are lower in comparison to other dermal fillers.
• Reasonably long-term results: Though not permanent, the results last for a reasonably long period of time (9-12 months).
• Improbability of allergic reactions: Hyaluronic acid fillers are substances similar to those that can be found in the body. That’s why they are not likely to bring forth allergic reactions. However, if you are allergic to lidocaine, make sure to update your doctor on that matter before the treatment.

Botox is a popular treatment used to tackle wrinkles and fine lines on the face. Hyaluronic acid fillers are frequently combined with Botox to address deeper wrinkles that Botox alone cannot fully cover. Aging is accompanied with loss of fat and tissue volume, which is where the fillers come in. Botox and Hyaluronic Acid fillers can be safely used in combination to achieve optimal results.

The Russian Lip Technique involves injections of dermal fillers, mainly hyaluronic acid based ones, into the lip body. Hyaluronic acid fillers are approved by the FDA which makes them safe to inject. Just like any other injectable procedure, there is a possibility of some risks and side effects associated with dermal fillers, though they are minimal and temporary with the Russian Lip technique. Some patients may have swelling and bruising after the procedure that usually subsides within 3-5 days.

Being one of the most sensitive facial areas, lips are best to be treated following the application of a topical numbing cream. Even though the needle used for injection is very tiny, the pricks caused by injections can be relatively painful. There are a number of lip numbing methods that may be applied before the procedure, including icing the lips, applying topical lidocaine gel, or a full dental block. At Miracle Face, we typically apply a topical lidocaine heavy numbing cream on the lips 15 minutes prior to the injection process to ensure comfort and minimal pain for our patients.

With the Russian lip technique the dermal filler is injected very superficially, making it an especially technically challenging and highly advanced procedure. The chance of side effects can be high if the procedure is carried out by an inexperienced or unqualified injector. Side effects may include unevenness, lopsidedness and lumpiness. Thus, it is extremely important to be sure that the treatment is performed by a well-trained professional with extensive experience and relevant qualification in the field. This will ensure the safety and the effectiveness of the procedure. Do confirm that the administering physician is board-certified with experience having performed thousands of similar injections. If administered by an unqualified injector you will most likely end up having unsatisfactory results and adverse side effects. With several years of experience in the field, board certified cosmetic medical professional, Dr. Schwarzburg, is one of the top lip injectors in New York City, at his boutique medical spa located on the Upper East side of Manhattan.

It is absolutely safe to combine a Botox lip flip with the Russian lips technique. The Botox injection right above the upper lip relaxes the muscle pulling the top lip upwards and creating a “lip flip”. The lip flip can be paired with the Russian lip technique without any problems, as the latter is designed to create more of an upward shaped volume. Thus, the Russian lip technique can even be enhanced with a lip flip.

Actually, lip injections are combined with other aesthetic procedures quite often. No procedures are specified as contraindicating to lip fillers, provided that the injecting professional approves of it. Lip fillers are frequently paired with Botox or other facial fillers, like under eye, cheek, nasolabial fold, or jawline fillers. The one thing to avoid right after filler injections are facials. You will need to postpone them for 3-5 days after your lip filler to allow the filler to settle and prevent any possible migration.

The Russian lip technique involves superficial injections into the tissue plane which is minimally vascularized. Therefore, the gel tends to last longer, as does the effect of the filler. Some patients’ bodies respond better, maintaining the results for more than 12 months, while in other cases the filler is metabolized quicker and the results last for about 9 months. The average duration of the Russian Lip effect is from 6-12 months, depending on the amount of filler used, as well as the desired results of the patient. The longevity of the results also depends on the type of the filler. With Restylane Kysse lip filler patients can expect to have longer lasting results, which could last well beyond a year without any touch ups.

Lip fillers are known as a pretty easy ‘lunch time procedure’, however, that does not mean that it comes with zero risks and side effects. There are a few possible factors to keep in mind before scheduling your lip filler. Standard and more common risks and side effects include bruising and swelling for up to a week after the procedure.

At Miracle Face, Dr. Schwarzburg is known as the best Russian lips doctor. He often emphasizes that if poorly performed, even the correctly chosen technique can cause serious issues and hideous long lasting damage.

Recently there seems to have been an increase in the number of inexperienced injectors who offer treatments. Asymmetry, infections and even necrosis (tissue death) are among the consequences of an incorrectly injected filler. Bulging and split lip skin, uneven, lumpy lips, and allergic reactions are some of the other more severe side effects. In the event of any of these side effects occurring, the doctor makes use of a reversal agent for hyaluronic acid filler called Hyaluronidase. The speed of the response and usage of Hyaluronidase is critical in order to prevent permanent side effects.

It is also important to note that not all fillers are the same and that there is a huge variety of different fillers on the market. When it comes to injecting something into your body, make sure that the person who does it has the relevant experience and qualifications, as well as high-quality products. At Miracle Face, you will be treated by one of the best Russian lips doctor in NYC, Dr. Schwarzburg, who carries not only several years of experience, but is constantly adding to his skills and always makes his patient’s comfort and desired result his top priority.

When looking for a medical aesthetics clinic you will most likely come across package deals and coupons. While a deal always sounds tempting, be sure that it is a legitimate establishment, rather than a shady spot with deals that are literally too good to be true. Make sure to do your research and ask whether there will be a need for an additional treatment being bundled in or sold.

The overall appointment will likely last no longer than 45 minutes. Before the injection process, you will be provided with a topical numbing cream which will need to settle for about 15 minutes. Once the numbing cream is removed and the treatment area is sanitized, the injection process will take 15 – 30 minutes total.

There are different factors that affect the price of dermal fillers and lip augmentation, like the location of your clinic of choice, the anatomical complexity of the procedure, as well as the performing doctor’s level of experience and expertise. As the Russian lip technique is a very sophisticated and technically advanced procedure, it requires to be done solely by highly-trained doctors. Taking this into consideration, you can expect to pay anywhere between $900 and $1200 for that particular treatment in New York City. Oftentimes more dermal filler is needed to get the flat and heightened appearance of Russian lips, which will also contribute to the higher the price range. In addition, this treatment may take slightly longer than the average filler, taking up more of the doctor’s time, which needs to be compensated for.

If you are looking for a way to give your lips a loving transformation, then make sure to give us a call at Miracle Face and book your consultation with one of the best Russian lip physicians in New York City. Dr. Schwarzburg frequently performs the Russian Lip technique on his patients as his philosophy is based on maintaining a beautifully natural appearance. Before your procedure, you will have the opportunity to a one on one consultation with Dr. Schwarzburg to discuss questions and concerns as well as the results that you would like to achieve. For more information on scheduling your consultation with Dr. Schwarzburg, please call (212) 774-4264 or email us at info@skinlyaesthetics.com