Lip augmentation with preserved fascia lata.

[BACKGROUND] Presently available techniques for lip augmentation have an assortment of limitations.

[OBJECTIVE] To provide a safe, reliable method of lip augmentation on a long-term basis.

[METHODS] Through a stab incision in each quadrant, chips of human cadaver, banked fascia lata were inserted into intralabial pockets.

[RESULTS] Fascia lata grafting proved to be a simple effective technique of lip enhancement. Over the period of follow-up, enhancement was evident in most cases and no allergic reactions or infections occurred. Lip motion was satisfactory and paresthesia were minor.

[CONCLUSIONS] Fascia lata grafting is a simple, controlled technique for graded lip enhancement.