Lip Lift Surgery
Lip lift is a surgical procedure that can make the lips look fuller without the use of filler. The results are permanent, unlike filler, which needs to be reapplied every few months.
In a Lip lift, the surgeon shortens the space between the lips and the nose, known as the philtrum. This is done by making a small incision along the base of the nose and removing a small amount of skin. The incision is then closed with stitches.
In a Lip lift, the surgeon shortens the space between the lips and the nose, known as the philtrum. This is done by making a small incision along the base of the nose and removing a small amount of skin. The incision is then closed with stitches.
Time required
Time in Hospital: 0 Nights
Min time in Thailand: 6 Nights
Procedure name: Bullhorn Lift, Subnasal Lift
Common name: Lip Lift, Bullhorn Lip Lift
How Is Lip Lift Surgery Performed?
A lip lift is a surgical procedure that shortens the space between the upper lip and the nose, making more of the pink tissue visible. This gives the lips a fuller and more pronounced appearance without physically changing their volume or size. The results of a lip lift are often compared to the effect of pulling the upper lip up slightly with your finger.
The procedure is typically performed under local anesthesia. The surgeon makes a small incision along the base of the nose and removes a small amount of skin. The incision is then closed with stitches. The results of a lip lift are usually visible immediately, but the swelling may take several weeks to go down.
Good candidates for a lip lift include people who want to make their lips look fuller, or those who want their lips to be higher or poutier without added plumping. Those with smaller mouths and broader nasal bases are also considered good candidates.
The procedure is typically performed under local anesthesia. The surgeon makes a small incision along the base of the nose and removes a small amount of skin. The incision is then closed with stitches. The results of a lip lift are usually visible immediately, but the swelling may take several weeks to go down.
Good candidates for a lip lift include people who want to make their lips look fuller, or those who want their lips to be higher or poutier without added plumping. Those with smaller mouths and broader nasal bases are also considered good candidates.
Recovery and Post Operative Care
After lip lift surgery, you may experience some swelling and tightness in your mouth. This is a normal part of the healing process and should subside within a few days or one week. Most of the swelling will go away within four weeks.
Any non-dissolvable stitches will be removed after approximately 5 to 7 days. The appearance of your nose and nostrils may be affected by the swelling and inflammatory reactions that are a natural part of the healing process. This may make your nose and nostrils appear larger initially.
The surgical area may also appear red or bruised. This is also a normal part of the healing process and should fade over time.
The final results of your lip lift procedure will not be visible until at least six weeks after surgery. During this time, the swelling will continue to go down and the incisions will heal.
To help control swelling in the first few days after surgery, you can use ice packs on your upper lip region. You should also avoid strenuous activity and activities that could put stress on your lips.
Any non-dissolvable stitches will be removed after approximately 5 to 7 days. The appearance of your nose and nostrils may be affected by the swelling and inflammatory reactions that are a natural part of the healing process. This may make your nose and nostrils appear larger initially.
The surgical area may also appear red or bruised. This is also a normal part of the healing process and should fade over time.
The final results of your lip lift procedure will not be visible until at least six weeks after surgery. During this time, the swelling will continue to go down and the incisions will heal.
To help control swelling in the first few days after surgery, you can use ice packs on your upper lip region. You should also avoid strenuous activity and activities that could put stress on your lips.
Possible Complications
Swelling and bruising: This is common and usually lasts for 1-2 weeks.
Lip asymmetry: This is when the lips are different sizes after the procedure. It is usually mild and goes away on its own.
Lumps and irregularities in the lips: This is also common and usually goes away within a few weeks.
Ulceration, scarring, or stiffening of the lip: This is rare but can occur. If it does occur, it may require treatment.
Allergic reaction: This is also rare but can occur. Symptoms of an allergic reaction include redness, swelling, and itching around the lips.
Lip asymmetry: This is when the lips are different sizes after the procedure. It is usually mild and goes away on its own.
Lumps and irregularities in the lips: This is also common and usually goes away within a few weeks.
Ulceration, scarring, or stiffening of the lip: This is rare but can occur. If it does occur, it may require treatment.
Allergic reaction: This is also rare but can occur. Symptoms of an allergic reaction include redness, swelling, and itching around the lips.
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