Restylane® Kysse™ is a new dermal filler specifically designed for the lips. It comes with the goals of increased longevity, improved softness, and the ability to integrate into the skin for natural expression in motion. In the past, fillers in the lips had sometimes yielded a firmer more structured, un-natural, look.
OUR PRIMARY GOAL IS TO ACHIEVE A NATURAL LOOK AND AVOID AN ARTIFICIAL “FAKE” LOOK.

Actual patient. Restylane® Kysse (.75 mL) for lip augmentation and the correction of upper perioral rhytids (wrinkles around upper lips).
Credit: Photos courtesy of Galderma
Kysse™ stands out by providing a soft, plush “pillowy” look. Kysse™ is the first FDA-approved filler to use XpresHAn Technology. Clinical studies have shown that Kysse™ can provide added volume in the lips and improve the appearance of lines above the mouth with results lasting for up to 11 months after the last injection. Additionally, a smaller amount of filler is needed to show an improvement in lip fullness. The most common side effects were swelling, tenderness, bruising, pain, and redness at the injection site, which is just the same as observed with the other hyaluronic acid fillers which have been on the market for years.
OUR PATIENTS FREQUENTLY COMPLAIN ABOUT VERTICAL LINES IN THE UPPER LIP.
And, it’s easy to understand why they object to these. An elongated, wrinkled upper lip is one of the of the hallmarks of aging our brains recognize instantly. Conversely, a small chin, large lips, and large eyes are associated with youthfulness and beauty. With its ability to integrate into the skin, Kysse™ is also helpful for minimizing the appearance of fine lines above the lip in addition to volumizing the lip.
DERMAL FILLERS ARE ONLY AS GOOD AS THE PERSON INJECTING THEM.
Joining our practice in September is Tara Smith, APRN. Tara is a nurse practitioner with over 13 years’ experience. She is relocating to Lexington from South Florida where she has worked with some of the most successful Plastic Surgery practices there. Her advanced skill set encompasses significant experience with all of the dermal fillers, including Kysse™, as well as the full variety of non-surgical treatments. Tara’s compassion for patients, confidence in her abilities, and deep love for what she does, make her a perfect fit for our mission to provide patients the ultimate Plastic Surgery experience.