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If you are looking for a way to enhance the shape, size, and overall appearance of your lips, a lip lift is a great choice. Achieving a more natural pout that doesn’t look swollen or stick out more than it should, the lip “lift” is designed to elevate and rejuvenate your upper lip. Dr. Chow is a highly skilled facial plastic surgeon who can provide you with natural looking results from your lip lift in Arcadia, CA.
A lip lift is a facial plastic surgery procedure that reshapes and elevates the upper lip by removing a small amount of skin between the base of the nose and the upper lip. This reduces the distance between the nose and mouth, known as the philtrum, while increasing the amount of visible upper lip.
Unlike lip fillers, which add volume to the lips, lip lift surgery changes the position and proportions of the upper lip. The result can be a more defined upper lip, improved lip shape, and better balance between the lips and surrounding facial features.
You may be a candidate for a lip lift if you:
A lip lift is not appropriate for everyone seeking fuller lips. During a consultation, Dr. Chow can assess the length of the philtrum, upper lip anatomy, facial proportions, and desired outcome to determine whether lip lift surgery or another lip enhancement option is better suited to your needs.
A lip lift can give you fuller lips, improve the shape of your lips, give you are more defined lip line, and improve the appearance of your smile. For those who are born with too much distance between their upper lip and the nose, a lip lift can provide better balance to the area and provide a pleasant pucker that looks natural without the use of filler. As we age, our lips can lose volume and begin to droop, making the red portion of the lip appear too thin. A lip lift can be performed to reverse the signs of aging on the lips. If the lips appear thinner or droopy with sagging skin in the surrounding areas, then a lip lift can come as the perfect resolution for this problem.
Lip lift surgery and lip fillers can both enhance the appearance of the lips, but they work in different ways. Dermal fillers such as Restylane add volume to the lips, while a lip lift surgically repositions the upper lip and reduces the distance between the nose and mouth.
A lip lift may be preferable for patients whose primary concern is a long upper lip or limited visible upper lip rather than a lack of lip volume. Fillers may be more appropriate when additional volume is the primary goal. In some cases, surgical and nonsurgical treatments may be considered as part of an individualized facial rejuvenation plan.
It is a short procedure that only involves a local anesthesia and is performed in the office. Dr. Chow will formulate a personalized procedure plan based on your specific needs. Your desired results also help in understanding how much correction would be required and how long the procedure would take.
During a lip lift procedure, a small incision is made at the base of the nose and a portion of skin is excised. A suture can be used to tighten the muscle above the lip, and the incision is then closed. Once the procedure is completed, the incision is discreetly hidden along the natural crease of the nose. There are a variety of different techniques that can be used based on your specific cosmetic goals and unique anatomy.
* Individual results may vary.
The cost of your lip lift can vary based on several factors. During your consultation at Chow Center, Dr. Chow can go over the expected cost of your lip lift in Pasadena and let you know about the payment options available to you. We do offer financing options.
At Chow Center for Facial Plastic Surgery, Dr. Jen Chow brings specialized training in facial plastic and reconstructive surgery to each lip lift procedure, with an approach centered on facial anatomy and proportion. As a facial plastic surgeon, Dr. Chow can assess how a lip lift fits within the broader proportions of the face, helping develop a treatment plan that addresses the patient’s specific anatomy and aesthetic goals.
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A lip lift does not enlarge the lips in the same way as lip fillers. Instead, it elevates the upper lip and increases the amount of visible lip. This can create the appearance of a fuller and more defined upper lip without simply adding volume.
A lip lift creates a structural change to the upper lip and is intended to provide long-lasting results. Normal aging can continue to affect the lips and surrounding facial tissues over time.
As with any surgical procedure, lip lift surgery carries potential risks, which may include bleeding, infection, changes in sensation, asymmetry, delayed healing, and an unfavorable or noticeable scar. Dr. Chow will review the potential risks and benefits with you before surgery.
Contact Chow Center today to schedule a consultation for your lip lift in Arcadia, near Pasadena. Dr. Chow is a highly skilled facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon who strives to provide all of our patients with excellent care. He can provide you with beautiful and natural-looking results from your lip lift.
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