Lip Lift

A lip lift is a surgical procedure that removes a carefully planned amount of skin from beneath the nose and repositions the upper lip.

One commonly used approach is the subnasal or bullhorn lip lift, where the incision follows the natural contours beneath the base of the nose. Other techniques may be considered depending on your anatomy and the changes being planned.

Unlike injectable lip fillers, a lip lift does not primarily work by adding volume. Instead, it changes the position and visible proportions of the upper lip.

Because even small changes around the mouth can influence overall facial balance, careful planning is important. Your surgeon will assess your lips, nose, teeth, smile, facial proportions, and individual goals before recommending an approach.

A lip lift may be considered by people who have a longer distance between the nose and upper lip or who would like more of their natural upper lip to be visible.

Some people naturally have a longer philtrum, while others notice that the upper lip changes with age and covers more of the upper teeth when the face is relaxed.

Others may consider a lip lift because they would prefer a structural change in lip position rather than repeatedly adding volume with injectable treatments.

A lip lift is not appropriate for everyone. Your facial proportions, skin characteristics, lip anatomy, dental show, previous treatments, and expectations all need to be considered.

A consultation with a qualified surgeon is the best way to understand whether the procedure may be appropriate for you.

People consider lip lift surgery for different reasons. Some want a greater amount of their natural upper lip to show, while others are interested in changing the proportions between the nose, lips, and lower face.

For some people, the concern is less about having a larger lip and more about the position of the lip itself.

The goal should be individualized to your natural facial features rather than based on a single measurement or ideal proportion. Your surgeon can explain what changes may realistically suit your anatomy and what limitations should be considered.

Lip lift surgery is performed by a qualified surgeon in an accredited medical facility.

With a commonly used subnasal approach, the surgeon makes an incision along the natural contours beneath the nose. A carefully planned amount of skin is removed, and the upper lip is repositioned before the incision is closed.

The amount of tissue removed is individualized. Small differences can influence lip position, tooth show, and overall facial proportions, which makes careful measurement and surgical planning particularly important.

Your surgeon will explain the technique they recommend, incision placement, anticipated scar, potential risks, recovery, and what you can reasonably expect before you decide whether to proceed.

Lewis Medix does not perform medical procedures. We connect you with carefully vetted medical providers and coordinate the care and support surrounding your journey.

Recovery following a lip lift varies from person to person.

Swelling, bruising, tenderness, tightness, and temporary changes in sensation may occur during the early stages of healing. Because the procedure is performed around the mouth and nose, swelling can initially make the upper lip look different from the eventual result.

The incision beneath the nose also changes as it heals and the scar matures.

Your surgeon will provide personalized instructions regarding incision care, eating, oral hygiene, facial movement, physical activity, medications, sun exposure, and follow up appointments.

It is important to allow the swelling to settle and the tissues to heal before assessing the final appearance.

Lewis Medix coordinates everything around your medical care, while your chosen surgeon and medical team remain responsible for your treatment.

We connect you with carefully vetted, accredited providers and coordinate the details surrounding your journey, including consultations, appointments, private transportation, comfortable recovery accommodations, travel logistics, 24/7 onsite support, and personalized concierge support throughout your stay.

With a procedure involving subtle changes to facial proportions, communication with your surgeon is especially important. We help coordinate your consultations so you can clearly discuss what you would like to change, understand the proposed approach, and ask the questions that matter to you.

Our role is to help you feel informed, prepared, and supported while your medical team focuses on your care.