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Improving Lip Volume Case # 1036

Lip fillers using a blunt cannula

Using blunt cannulas for hyaluronic acid (HA) filler injection in the lip and the area around the mouth has is being used more often. This is due to higher safety features and shorter downtime than sharp needles.

What is a blunt-tipped cannula?

As its name suggests, a cannula is not sharp but flexible with a blunt head. In the last five years,  more injectors have been relying on cannulas to implement facial fillers in general. The main advantage of using the cannula is the reduction of patient discomfort of the traditional hypodermic needle, including pain, bruising, swelling, redness. A cannula pushes its way (slide) through the dermal layer with minimal injury to the surrounding vessels and nerves. This is specially correct for lower gauge cannulas such as 25G. Using a long cannula (2 inches) allows the practitioner to reach different lip areas from one entry point by directing the cannula tip to different areas. The most advanced cannula is Sterglide from the TSK lab, as it provides the perfect balance between rigidity and flexibility. The injector does not need to apply any local anesthetic before the procedure with the blunt cannula, which is considered an advantage. This injection method is perfect for adding volume, but it would be more challenging to enhance an anatomical feature such as lip philtrum.

Case 1036

A female in her mid-twenties gets lip augmentation using HA fillers such as Juvederm and Restylane every six months using a sharp hypodermic needle. We discussed the advantages of using a blunt cannula. After taking the medical history, full assessment, and the required consent form, we proceeded with small particle hyaluronic fillers using a 25G 2-inch cannula with only two entry points at the commissure.

Results

It is important to understand that this is a cosmetic procedure and not a medical one. In other words, the results are customed to the client’s personal preference and expectations and their facial features and appearance.

lip filler blunt cannula
lip filler blunt cannula
lip filler blunt cannula
lip filler blunt cannula

The pictures were taken directly before and after the procedure of lip fillers.

Team

Albany Cosmetic and Laser Center team, who worked on this case, are Dr. Kamal Alhallak (Ph.D.), R.N. Dima Omran, and Dr. Salem Tomi M.D.

 

About the Author

Kamal Alhallak, Ph.D. in Pharmacy, MBA

Dr. Alhallak has established himself as a leading figure in the field of cosmetics and aesthetics, notably in the Canadian healthcare industry. In 2016, he established the Albany Cosmetic and Laser Center, which offers patients cutting-edge procedures such as laser skin resurfacing, IPL photofacials, neurotoxic and dermal fillers, and more. Because of its mix of cutting-edge technology and individualised attention from Dr. Alhallak, the facility has become one of Alberta's most popular places for aesthetic care and laser research. Dr. Alhallak was designated one of the Top 100 Healthcare Leaders by the International Forum for Advancement in Healthcare (IFAH) in 2021.

You can order our book entitled “The Ultimate Guide for Laser and Ipl in the Aesthetic Field” from Springer website and Amazon. This Book is authored by the health professional team including: Dr. Kamal Alhallak, Dr. Salem Tomi, Dr. Adel Abdulhafid, R.N. Dima Omran.

Disclaimer

This case study is based on the personal experience of one patient and is not intended to represent typical results. Individual results may vary, and the treatment results depicted in this case study are not guaranteed. The information provided in this case study is not a substitute for a consultation with a licensed healthcare provider, and it is important to understand that results vary from person to person. Before undergoing any cosmetic treatment, it is important to speak with a licensed healthcare provider to understand the potential risks, benefits, and results.

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