skin deep

by Dr. Rebecca Fitzgerald

Q: I’ve been hesitant to try lip fillers for fear of that obviously overfilled look. Now I’m facing lip lines too. Any advice?

A: Despite your procrastination, your timing couldn’t be better. And you’re in good company; a study reveals that more than 50% of women would target their lips first of any cosmetic treatment. Lips are, after all, symbolic of intimacy, sexuality and love.

Let’s address those lines first (aka barcodes, smokers lines, or perhaps a more pleasant reference: kissing lines). The latest FDA-approved hyaluronic acid filler, RHA Redensity, can be injected into those vertical lines to fade them into near oblivion.

A beautiful bonus is that the effects last about a full year.

As for lip fillers, I agree. Overfilled lips that don’t look believable with your bone structure scream, “I had my lips done.”

Rather than plump lips, RHA Redensity can be injected to create “lip flip”, which is the gentle outward rolling of the upper lip to create a fullerlooking pout. Again, no added volume — just your natural lips with a more alluring shape.

Contact our office for lips that look like you were born lucky.

Dr. Rebecca Fitzgerald is a Board Certified Dermatologist located in Larchmont Village with a special

Visit online at www.RebeccaFitzgeraldMD. com or call (323) 464-8046 to schedule an appointment.