Lip lift surgery, also known as a bullhorn lip lift or a subnasal lip lift, is a specialized cosmetic lip lift surgery designed to shorten the distance between the base of the nose and the top of the upper lip. By removing a small, "bullhorn-shaped" strip of skin just beneath the nostrils, our surgeons can achieve a variety of aesthetic goals tailored to your unique anatomy.
Enhance vermilion show:This increases the visibility of the pink part of the lip, creating natural-looking volume.
Refine facial symmetry: We can correct asymmetrical lips or a chronically thin upper lip to balance your features.
Lift the expression: By addressing downturned mouth corners, we can transform a "sad" or "tired" resting face into one that is more cheerful and rested.
Reveal a youthful smile: The procedure restores the "dental show," allowing more of the upper teeth to peek through when the mouth is at rest.
These subtle yet impactful adjustments work together to rejuvenate the entire lower third of the face, providing a structural improvement that topical treatments simply cannot match.
Many patients visit our Chicago-area clinics asking about lip lift vs fillers or the popular lip lift vs lip flip (which uses Botox). While injectables are excellent for adding temporary volume, they have limitations when it comes to the actual position of the lip. As mentioned earlier, lip lifts are an appealing alternative to fillers because they are a one-time procedure that delivers comparable (and in some ways, superior) results.
Unlike fillers, which can sometimes lead to “duck lips” if overused, a lift addresses the underlying anatomy to shorten a long philtrum.
Because we are repositioning your natural tissue rather than adding foreign volume, the lip moves naturally when you speak, eat, and smile.
Your lip lift procedure is performed as a comfortable, in-office surgery using local lidocaine anesthesia. We prioritize your comfort and safety at every step, beginning with a comprehensive lip lift consultation where our board-certified plastic surgeon or facial plastic surgeon takes precise measurements of your facial proportions.
A tiny incision under the nose is made, following the natural curves and shadows of the nostrils to ensure the resulting lip lift scars are virtually invisible once healed.
The upper lip is elevated to its ideal position, rejuvenating aging lips and restoring a youthful “roll” to the lip line.
The incision is closed with fine, microscopic sutures to promote the best possible healing environment.
By choosing a lip lift plastic surgeon with a high volume of successful outcomes, you are significantly reducing these risks and ensuring you are in the safest possible hands.
We understand that downtime after a lip lift is a major consideration. Because we use advanced, minimally invasive techniques, lip lift surgery recovery is typically straightforward and manageable at home.
The First 48 Hours: After lip lift surgery, you may experience some swelling and minor bruising. Cold compresses and over-the-counter Tylenol are usually all that is needed.
The One-Week Mark: At this stage, your sutures are typically removed. Most patients feel socially confident and comfortable returning to work.
Long-Term Healing: While you will see immediate lip lift surgery results, the final, refined shape will continue to settle beautifully over the following weeks.
With over 40 years of excellence, Liposuction and Cosmetic Surgery Institute is the premier destination for lip lift plastic surgery in Chicago, Oak Brook, Arlington Heights, and Naperville. Under the guidance of Dr. Leon Forrester Tcheupdjian, our team combines artistic precision with clinical expertise to deliver results that look natural.
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