Lip Reduction (Cheiloplasty)
People usually visit cosmetic surgeons in Chennai to augment their lips. But for some, it is the opposite. They may have abnormally large lips or a congenital condition. Correcting these conditions is crucial, as a person’s face is the first thing everyone notices. Any abnormality in the face, especially in a part like the lips, will have drastic effects on a person’s confidence.
Fortunately, BM Cosmetic, the best cosmetic clinic in Chennai, has a solution to this. A lip reduction surgery, or cheiloplasty in medical terms, is a surgical procedure that is used to reduce the volume of the lips.
The Ideal Candidates for Lip Reduction Surgery
Just about anyone who’s unhappy with their lips is an ideal candidate for lip reduction surgery. Most people approach BM Cosmetic for a cheiloplasty for aesthetic reasons. But there are those with other reasons as well.
Causes of Large Lips
Before the Procedure
A lip reduction surgery, or cheiloplasty, comes with its own set of precautions that you must follow:
- Avoid smoking for at least a month before surgery. It is recommended that you quit smoking.
- Avoid blood-thinning medication like aspirin for 10 days before the surgery.
The Lip Reduction Procedure
A cheiloplasty is an outpatient procedure (leave same day). It takes 30-60 mins per lip; roughly 2 hours for both.
What to do after the procedure
Swelling and redness are expected and will last for a few days. Consider options like cold compressions and painkillers. You should have no trouble talking or moving comfortably during this time.
- Follow all instructions provided regarding medications and care for the incision site.
- Take a few days off work and sleep with additional support under the upper back or head to reduce swelling.