Distribution Pattern of the Superior and Inferior Labial Arteries: Impact for Safe Upper and Lower Lip Augmentation Procedures

Sebastian Cotofana, Bettina Pretterklieber, Runhild Lucius, Konstantin Frank, M. Haas, Thilo L. Schenck, Corinna Gleiser, Imke Weyers, Thilo Wedel, Michael L. Pretterklieber

Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery · 2017 · 95 citations · 12 references

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Abstract

Based on the results of this investigation, a safer location for the application of volumizing material is the subcutaneous plane in the paramedian location of both the upper lip and the lower lip. Care has to be taken when aiming to inject in the midline, as the artery can be identified more frequently in superficial positions.

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