What is Upper lip lift?
An upper lip lift, also known simply as a lip lift, is a surgical procedure designed to reduce the distance between the base of the nose and the upper lip, which is known as the philtrum length.
Am I a Good Candidate?
Determining whether you’re a suitable candidate for an upper lip lift requires a consultation with a qualified plastic surgeon or facial plastic surgeon. However, there are some general factors that may indicate candidacy for the procedure:
- If you are bothered by the length of the distance between your nose and upper lip, a lip lift may address this concern.
- Individuals who desire fuller-looking lips, particularly with more visibility of the upper teeth, may benefit from a lip lift.
- It is essential to have realistic expectations about the outcomes of the procedure. While a lip lift can enhance the appearance of the upper lip, it’s important to understand its limitations and potential risks.
- Candidates for any surgical procedure should generally be in good health, without significant medical conditions that could increase the risks of surgery or interfere with healing.
- Smoking can impair healing and increase the risk of complications after surgery. Most surgeons recommend that candidates for cosmetic procedures like a lip lift be non-smokers or commit to quitting before undergoing surgery.
Benefits:
- Improve the definition of the lip border (Vermilion border), creating a more defined and aesthetically pleasing lip shape.
- Fuller appearance of the upper lip, giving it a more youthful and attractive look.
- Achieve better symmetry and balance between the upper and lower lips.
- As we age, the lengthening of the distance between the nose and upper lip can contribute to an aged or tired appearance. A lip lift can help rejuvenate the face by restoring a more youthful lip position and overall facial harmony.
- Shortening the philtrum length can result in more visible upper teeth when smiling, which can enhance the attractiveness of the smile and facial aesthetics.
- The incision for an upper lip lift is typically well-hidden at the base of the nostrils, resulting in minimal visible scarring over time. Skilled surgeons take care to place incisions strategically to ensure optimal aesthetic outcomes.
- Lip lift surgery is typically performed as an outpatient procedure under local anesthesia, allowing for a relatively quick recovery compared to more invasive surgical procedures. Most patients can resume normal activities within a week following surgery.
- While individual results may vary, the effects of a lip lift procedure are generally long-lasting, providing enduring improvements to lip shape and appearance.
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More Details:
A Lip Lift is a surgical procedure done under local anesthesia aimed to shorten the length between the nose and the lip line (Vermillion boarder) which is known as the philtrum length. With age, and due to the loss of the underlying bone support the length between the upper lip and the nose increases and causes the lip to drop and becomes thinner. The aim of a lip lift is to give a fuller lip showing more of the upper incisors when the lips are at rest.
The procedure is done in the clinic under local anesthesia. Following accurate measurements from the surgeon, the incision is done delicately at the nose nostril level. The skin is then removed, and the incision is closed aesthetically with resorbable and non-resorbable sutures. Although it’s a simple procedure, but only a highly skilled and trained surgeon should do it.
Swelling has been reported for a few days following the procedure with mild to moderate pain. Skin sutures are removed one week following the procedure and the patients can go to their normal life following that.
