A lip lift is a minimally invasive aesthetic surgery that reduces the space between the bottom of the nose and the upper lip (philtrum). The space is reduced by removing the excess skin and lifting the mouth into position.
A lip lift aesthetic surgery also creates natural-looking and better-defined lips. The thin upper lift gets fuller and plumper because the amount of visible pink tissue of the lip is increased.
A lip lift improves the appearance of the lips in terms of covering exposed upper teeth, reversing a down-turned lip corners and reducing lines caused by aging.
A lip lift is most helpful for people who have a long distance between the bridge of the nose and the upper lip. Lip lift procedure shortens that gap, which makes the upper lip visually fuller and more youthful appearance.
A lip lift can be a good option for you if your upper lift has lost its definition and volume because of aging.
Also, you may be a good candidate if you are unhappy with the results of dermal fillers, or you can’t achieve the desired look from fillers. With lip lift, your upper lip will look naturally plump and symmetrical.
There are several types of lip lift surgery byt the most common one is Bullhorn lip lift, especially for those seeking to enhance their upper lip's appearance. Dr. Dragana Spica's method, involves an incision in the shape of a bullhorn beneath the nose, typically following the natural lines of the nostrils. This technique helps to shorten the distance between the upper lip and nose, creating a fuller, more youthful look.
The Bullhorn lip lift can also improve the visibility of the upper teeth when smiling, enhancing facial symmetry.
Lip lift is an aesthetic procedure that can significantly improve the appearance of the lips. It makes the lips more voluminous, youthful and symmetrical.
Another benefit of lip lift is that it improves the smile.
Generally, lip lift surgery lasts less than one hour. The time varies depending on the type of the lip lift surgery.
Usually, lip lift surgery is performed under local anesthesia.
Even though lip lift surgery is minimally invasive, it carries certain risks and causes some side effects, including:
The results of lip lift may last for up to 10 years, or even longer depending on the genetic predisposition, lifestyle habits and aging.
The price of lip lift depends on the complexity and the length of the surgery.
Before the surgery, you need to have a thorough consultation with Dr. Dragana Spica.
She will advise you to stop smoking and taking certain vitamins and supplements
On the day of your lip lift you are prepped for the surgery and given local anesthesia.
Dr. Dragana Spica makes the incision, removes excess skin and lifts the upper lip into the position. The number and place of incisions depends on the type of lip lift.
In the end, Dr. Spica closes the incisions with small stitches.
When you feel comfortable, you are discharged from the surgical sites and given all the instructions for the recovery period.
Lip lift is considered as one of the least painful aesthetic surgeries.
The recovery period usually lasts for about 2 weeks.
You may go back to work after a couple of days.
During the recovery period it is recommended to:
You should pay attention to the presence of bruising and swelling, which should subside after several weeks.
Also, you need to keep the surgical site clean to prevent infection.
It’s important to have regular follow-up appointments with Dr. Dragana Spica and to schedule an appointment to remove the stitches.
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