Lip augmentation with preserved fascia lata

BACKGROUND. Presently available techniques for lip augmentation have an assortment of limitations. OBJECTIVE: To provide a safe, reliable method of lip augmentation on a long-term basis. METHODS: Through a Stab incision in each quadrant, chips of human cadaver, banked fasia lata were inserted into intralabial pockets. RESULTS: Fascia lata grafting proved to be a simple effective technique of lip enhancement. Over the period of follow-up, enhancement was evident in most cases and no allergic reactions or infections accurred. Lip motion was satisfactory and paresthesia were minor. CONCLUSIONS: Fascia lata grafting is a simple, controlled technique for graded Zip enhancement. (C) 1997 by the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery, Inc.