Lip Lift

What is Lip Lift? 

A lip lift is an aesthetic surgery that increases the pink tissue on the philtrum, which is the top of the lip. The move creates an appearance of a fuller-looking, more defined lip without adding volume to the lip itself. 

How is Lip Lift surgery done? 

There are multiple types of lip lifts that surgeons prefer by the patients’ demands. The first technique is known as the direct lip lift and forms a more contoured lip line by removing the skin on top of the upper lip and dragging it upwards. The subnasal bullhorn, on the other hand, requires an almost invisible, small cut along the nose base that allows the surgeon to bring each side of the upper lift up. Central lip lift also shrinks the space between the nose and the upper lift through a cut at the nose base. Corner lip lift, also commonly known as grin lift, attempts to prove a smiley face by cutting the corners of the lip and extracting a tiny amount of skin. This Operation is often preferred by individuals whose lips’ corners are naturally downturned. Last but not least, the Italian lip lift is the bullhorn with two cuts under the nose rather than one.

The reasons for having Lip Lift

A lip lift can be preferred for multiple reasons. One of the reasons is the aging process, which often extends the gap between the nose and the lip, which makes the lips look smaller than they are. However, this does not mean that older people are the only ones who want to have a lip lift. On the contrary, the operation is also highly popular among the younger people, who often prefer the operation to have naturally defined and voluminous lips. Since lip lift is a permanent operation, it is more desirable to have for many rather than the temporary lip fillers. Lip lift before and after photos reveal the difference that the operation makes on a person’s appearance. 

Before the Lip Lift operation

The patients are required to not consume food or beverage for about six hours before the surgery. The doctor might also require the patient to stop smoking, drinking alcohol, and taking aspirin. 

After the Lip Lift operation

Following the lip lift operations, the patients are recommended to rest for a day. Besides, the patients must avoid heavy physical exercise and sleep on their faces for a few weeks after the operation. The patients should also be careful while brushing their teeth, during which a small toothbrush may come in handy. 

What are the risks of Lip Lift?

Some of the complications that can occur with lip lift are scarring blood loss and nerve damage. 

Frequently Asked Questions

How painful is a lip lift?

A lip lift is not considered a particularly painful operation as it takes place under local anesthesia and thus patient usually feels nothing but mild numbness. 

Does a lip lift change your smile?

Yes. Lip lifts often improve the patient’s smile by not only creating a more smiley face but also enabling the upper teeth to be looked at more while smiling with the mouth open. 

How much does a lip lift cost?

Lip lift cost usually ranges between $4,000 and $6,000. 

How long does lip lift last?

A lip lift is often referred to as the most permanent lip operation that is available within the wide range of cosmetic options. Its effect can last for decades.

Does a lip lift Change your nose?

Even though there is no such thing that lip lifts always impact the nose as well, there is a high chance that the nose might change following the operation.

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