- Board Certified plastic surgeon with extensive training in updated cosmetic surgery procedures.
- Office in downtown Birmingham, Michigan.
- Treated many distinct and prominent personalities whose looks are of high importance to their public persona.
- Trained both in the United States and abroad.
- Well respected and admired for his cosmetic artistic abilities in rhinoplasty and facelift procedures.
- Special interests include circumferential calf and ankle liposculpture and limited/mini face lift.
- Society Member of American Society of Plastic Surgeons, Turkish Society of Plastic Surgeons, American College of Surgeons, Michigan State Medical Society and Oakland County Medical Society
As we age, our lips tend to droop and become thin. The red portion of the lip and the border lose their fullness and voluptuous shape. Any woman desiring bigger lips can gain some benefit from lip augmentation. Those who have thinning lips and loss of a definable lip border secondary to the aging process will greatly appreciate the ability of filler to replace what was once there.
Lip Enhancement Treatment Options
There are many treatment options, both temporary and permanent, to consider. Dr. Karaca uses filler products derived from hyaluronic acid (HA) such as Radiesse®, Artefill®, and Juvéderm® to augment the lips. HA is a naturally occurring building block of skin and as we age the level of HA in our body depletes. Filler lip enhancement takes only a few minutes to perform and provides long lasting, natural results
What to Expect
- Dr. Karaca will conduct a complete medical history and evaluation of the lips during your consultation.
- Patients on blood thinners, such as aspirin, ibuprofen, or fish oil may want to consider stopping these medications for one to two weeks before their treatment if approved by their primary physician. These products may result in more bruising, and although the bruises will resolve in a week, it can be an unnecessary burden.
- Prior to injection, the lips may be numbed by an anesthetic.
- Injections are then performed with Radiesse®, Artefill®, or Juvéderm®.
- You may be given an ice pack to help minimize swelling.
After Care
Following treatment, the lips are numb and usually feel bigger than they actually are. Lip balm can keep lips from drying out. Most people go home that evening and comment that their lips are tender, but not significantly enough to interfere with their routine. If a bruise occurs, which is more likely for those on blood thinners, cover up makeup may be necessary. Most people enjoy the benefits of their enhanced lips for six to nine months. Occasionally, some people metabolize the product faster. How long it will last for an individual is difficult to predict, but overall satisfaction from this procedure is very high for just about everyone.
Are you interested in lip enhancement? Feel free to call us at our Birmingham. MI office, conveniently located to all areas of Metro Detroit, to schedule an initial consultation regarding lip enhancement, inquire about cost, or other questions. You can also click on the GenBook icon on the right to easily schedule online right now. We'll be glad to have the opportunity to inform you.
