Lip Lift

Subnasal lip lift

Shortens the upper lip so more of it shows.

A lip lift shortens the space between the nose and the upper lip. It shows more of the pink part of the lip and a little more of the upper teeth, for a fuller, more youthful mouth without filler.

Anesthesia
Local
Surgery time
About 1 hour
Setting
In office
Back to routine
About 1 week
About the procedure

What a lip lift involves.

The distance between the nose and upper lip lengthens with age, and some people are born with a long upper lip. This can make the lip look thin and hide the upper teeth.

Dr. Sood removes a small strip of skin just below the nose and lifts the lip upward. The incision is hidden along the natural curve of the base of the nose.

The result is permanent, unlike filler, and can be combined with filler if more volume is wanted.

Fuller lips, no filler needed.
The process

From first visit to first year.

01
Consultation
We measure the upper lip and discuss how much lip and tooth show you would like.
02
Surgery day
The procedure takes about an hour in the office under local anesthesia.
03
Recovery
Stitches come out in about a week. Swelling eases over a few weeks, and the scar continues to fade over months.
Candidacy

Signs you may be a candidate.

You may be a good candidate if you have a long upper lip, a thin-looking lip, or little upper tooth show.

A long upper lip
A large distance between the nose and the lip.
Thin-looking lip
Little of the pink lip shows when relaxed.
Little tooth show
Upper teeth are hidden when your mouth is at rest.
Wanting a permanent option
You prefer a lasting change over repeated filler.
Find out if you're a candidate
FAQ

What patients ask before a lip lift.

If your question is not here, bring it to consultation. Nothing is too small to ask.

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How long is recovery?

Most people return to normal activity in about a week.

Can I still get filler?

Yes. Filler can add volume after the lip has healed.

Will my smile change?

Your smile stays your own. You may show slightly more of your upper teeth.

Is it permanent?

Yes. Unlike filler, the change does not wear off.

Where is the scar?

Along the base of the nose, where it blends into the natural crease.

About

About Dr. Sood

Aditya Sood, MD, MBA, FACS

Board-certified plastic & reconstructive surgeon

Dr. Aditya Sood is an American Board of Plastic Surgery-certified plastic surgeon with over 12 years of experience specializing in a variety of plastic, reconstructive, and aesthetic procedures. His focus lies in advanced aesthetic surgery of the face, breast and body.

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Patient Stories

In their own words.

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