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I’m Dr. Seung-Wan Tak, the Chief Surgeon at Dr. Tak Plastic Surgery, specializing in lip enhancements in Gangnam, Seoul.

Today, I’d like to talk about "Lip Botox" treatments that are commonly performed around the lips.

There are two main types of lip Botox procedures offered at plastic surgery and dermatology clinics:

1. Corner Lip Botox, which lifts drooping corners of the mouth.
2. Philtrum Vertical Wrinkle Botox, which smooths out vertical wrinkles around the philtrum.

 I’ll explain the effects and processes of these two treatments in detail. Feel free to skip to the part that interests you the most. Let’s get started!

1. Corner Lip Botox: Lift Drooping Mouth Corners

The first type is Corner Lip Botox.

This procedure is designed to lift downward-slanting corners of the mouth.

If you examine the anatomical structure of the muscles around the mouth, multiple muscles converge at the corners, working to either lift or lower them.

Corner Lip Botox targets the muscles responsible for pulling the corners downward.

When Botox is injected into these muscles, the neurotoxin (botulinum toxin) temporarily paralyzes them. As a result, the downward pull weakens, and the corners of the mouth naturally lift to a more neutral or upward position.

The depressor anguli oris muscle, which plays a key role in pulling the corners down, is typically the main target for the injections.

Limitations of Corner Lip Botox

However, there are a few drawbacks to Corner Lip Botox:

1. Temporary Effect:

   • The results only last for about six months, requiring regular touch-ups.
   • Repeated treatments may reduce effectiveness over time due to resistance development.

2. Not Suitable for Everyone:
   

   • This treatment works best for people with overactive depressor muscles that cause drooping corners.
   • For those with naturally lower-positioned corners, Botox may not provide noticeable improvement.

For individuals in the latter category, corner lip lift surgery is the recommended solution.

2. Philtrum Vertical Wrinkle Botox: Smooth Out Aging Lines

The second type is Botox for vertical wrinkles around the philtrum and lips.

These vertical wrinkles often develop due to repeated puckering movements, such as when smoking or using a straw.

While younger individuals with good skin elasticity may not notice lasting wrinkles, older individuals or those with persistent habits may find these wrinkles becoming permanent.

How Botox Works for Vertical Wrinkles

• The orbicularis oris muscle, which surrounds the mouth, is responsible for creating these wrinkles.

• Botox injections are used to weaken this muscle, reducing the intensity of puckering movements and smoothing out the skin.

Who Sees the Best Results?

• Most patients experience significant improvement when treated by an experienced professional.
• However, in cases where skin elasticity has severely declined (often in middle-aged or older patients), the results may be less dramatic.

For these patients, combining Botox with collagen-boosting treatments like Shurink, Ultherapy, or Thermage can yield better results by improving overall skin elasticity.

Why Choose Dr. Tak Plastic Surgery?

At Dr. Tak Plastic Surgery, we offer customized treatments tailored to each patient's unique needs. As the Chief Surgeon, I personally oversee every consultation and procedure to ensure your satisfaction.

Whether you’re looking to lift drooping corners or smooth out wrinkles, trust us to deliver natural and long-lasting results.

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