At Appleby Plastic Surgery, we perform lip lifts with surgical precision, tailored to your facial proportions and aesthetic goals. This small change can create a powerful impact, especially if you are looking to reverse the signs of aging or improve facial harmony.
A lip lift is a surgical procedure that shortens the space between your nose and upper lip, increasing the prominence of your upper lip. The result is a more youthful, balanced appearance—and a subtle enhancement of lip shape without fillers.
(Upper Lip Lift, Subnasal Lip Enhancement)
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the incision to minimize visible scarring
Carefully closing
lip to reveal more pink tissue
Lifting the upper
strip of skin to shorten the philtrum
Removing a narrow
incision at the base of the nose
Creating a discreet
how it
works—
This surgery is typically performed under local anesthesia and takes under one hour. It involves:
As we age, the space between the nose and upper lip often lengthens, making the lips appear thinner and the mouth more downturned. A lip lift corrects this by removing a small strip of skin just beneath the nose (called a subnasal or bullhorn incision) and lifting the upper lip into a higher position.
Your surgeon and nurse will walk you through your personalized recovery plan.
what to
expect —
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Some tightness or pulling as the incision heals.
Stitches are typically removed in 5 to 7 days.
Most patients return to light activity in 3 to 5 days.
In general, here’s what most lip lift patients experience:
Lip Lift
Procedure —
Visible improvement by 2 to 3 months as swelling resolves and the scar continues to fade.
Full result
Scars begin to fade. Most patients return to full social activity by week 2.
4–6 weeks
Swelling, tightness, and mild bruising. Stitches removed around day 5 to 7.
First week
30 to 60 minutes under local anesthesia. Incision hidden at the base of the nose.
Surgery
We’ll review your facial structure and goals, and recommend whether a lip lift is right for you.
Consultation
what to expect
stage
why choose
appleby—
Our clinic was designed to make your experience easier—from streamlined consults to overnight care, and everything in between.
Team of top-tier surgeons
collaborating to craft your ideal outcome.
Technical mastery
to handle complex cases and deliver results that restore confidence.
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A final result that meets our high standards and achieves your goal.
Precision-focused results
to ensure your entire experience, from consult to recovery, is positive.
Seamless care
FAQs ABOUT
Lip Lift Surgery—
Fillers add volume but do not lift the upper lip. A lip lift physically shortens the distance between the nose and lip for a more permanent change in shape.
Will the scar be visible?
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A lip lift offers permanent enhancement. While aging continues, the structural changes from the lift remain.
How long do results last?
Yes. By shortening the philtrum and revealing more of the pink lip, it restores youthful proportions and softens the mouth area.
Does a lip lift make you look younger?
Yes. Many patients combine it with a Facelift, Brow Lift, or Eyelid Surgery for full facial rejuvenation.
Can a lip lift be combined with other procedures?
The incision is hidden at the base of the nose and fades over time. Most patients find it unnoticeable after full healing.