Lip Lift

CONSULTATION

Meet with Dr. Apostolakis to discuss your goals and create a tailored treatment plan.

PROCEDURE

The procedure is done most often under local anesthesia, though sedation is an option. The lip is numbed first by performing what is called a “dental block”. With only 2 injections on the under side of the lip, the lip becomes mostly numb. After that, additional shots are placed directly into the lip to ensure complete numbness. After the lip is numbed, skin is removed from immediately beneath the nose in the shape of a “bull horn” as it curves around the bottom of the noes. The incision hides very well in the crease and curves under the nose. Sutures are placed that require removal after one week. Both men and women are candidates for lip lift, but with men consideration needs to be taken regarding impact to facial hair.

RECOVERY

Restrictions after surgery include avoiding heavy exercise and minimizing movement of the upper lip for a week or two. In other words, small bites of food, limited kissing, and avoidance of big smiles and hard laughing. After the stitches are removed, the incision will be pink. Makeup may be worn until the scar fades. Often times this takes a month or two. The scar continues to mature for about 1 year. Sometimes the scar can be further treated with dermabrasion or laser, but usually this is not needed. The procedure is not reversible.