Lip Lift in Beverly Hills

A New, More Alluring Look

A beautiful blonde woman wearing red lipstick and a stylish black top, exuding confidence and elegance.

It is no secret that our lips play a central role in attraction. So even small changes in how one’s lips appear can have a dramatic impact on self-confidence and satisfaction in your appearance. That is why world-class plastic surgeon Dr. Brent is proud to provide tailored lip lift procedures in Beverly Hills, allowing patients to sculpt an appearance that matches their individual ideals.

What Is a Lip Lift?

A lip lift is a straightforward cosmetic surgery that enhances the shape of the upper lip.

It involves precise removal of some of the skin under the nose, after which the remaining skin is lifted upward. This creates a fuller shape to the upper lip while also emphasizing its contours. The exact details of each lip lift can vary, depending on the aesthetic elements you want to address. Typically, this includes one or more of the following:

  • Increasing the appearance of volume in the upper lip
  • Pulling up down-turned corners of the lips
  • Smoothing out upper lip wrinkles (between the edge of the lips and the nose)
  • Restore or improve upper lip symmetry
  • Restore visibility to your teeth when smiling

Lip Lift at a Glance

  • Type of Procedure: Cosmetic, surgical, facial
  • Procedure Duration: Average of 1 hour
  • Recovery Time: 1 week initial, 6 to 8 weeks full
  • Results Duration: 10+ years
  • Popular Combinations: Facelift, brow lift, cheek lift, lip augmentation
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Procedure Overview

  • Preparing for Your Procedure: Though this procedure is lighter than other plastic surgery, preparing is still an essential part. Take care to follow all your preparation instructions from the consultation, including avoiding alcohol and certain medications leading up to surgery.
  • During the Procedure: A lip lift typically requires only local anesthesia to provide a pain-free and low-stress experience. Dr. Brent marks the location of incisions and then uses them to remove a precise amount of skin. The upper lip is then pulled into its new position, and the incisions are closed.
  • After the Surgery: You can return home almost immediately after the surgery. Dr. Brent may spend some time providing additional recommendations for recovery based on your unique procedure plan. While patients can drive themselves, we still recommend having someone drive them for increased safety.
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Lip Lift FAQs

  • Bullhorn (subnasal) lip lift: Most common, requires a single incision below the nose. Raises both the center and sides of the lip.
  • Central lip lift: A single incision at the base of the nose designed for lifting only the center of the lip.
  • Corner lip lift: Lifts only the corners, which is ideal for patients with downturned lips.
  • Gullwing (direct) lip lift: The incision is created along the border of the upper lip to enhance lip definition.
  • Italian lip lift: Requires two small incisions at each nostril, but it does not lift the center of the lip.
  • V to Y: A special incision shape is used that allows for more predictable healing results while still effectively lifting the lip.
A lip lift is best for patients who want to improve the position and fullness of the upper lip. However, a lip lift itself does not increase the lip’s volume. For boosted volume alone, a lip augmentation procedure would be your ideal option. We also take care to ensure patients are good candidates for the procedure in terms of health. Our goal is to help patients look at their absolute best but to do so safely and responsibly.
To determine if a lip augmentation is right for you, you can meet with Dr. Brent personally for a thorough consultation. You can discuss your goals and learn about which lip lift technique would best suit your needs. He will also conduct an exam and go over your medical history to ensure you are in good enough health for the procedure.
Normal side effects include swelling, bruising, and discomfort, but these all should mostly resolve within 1 to 2 weeks. Your lips may feel slightly tight for a couple of weeks, which is normal. Your body will simply take some time to adjust to the new position of your lips. After a brief period, your lip should feel entirely normal in its lifted position.
Otherwise, the recovery experience is generally mild. Patients can manage discomfort with over-the-counter medication. Cold compresses can often help with the swelling, but patients should be very careful when applying them. Overall, the first few days can bring some discomfort, but recovery really picks up after that. Stick to soft foods for the first period, avoiding anything that can place strain on your incisions. When you can return to eating solid food, patients can benefit from a high protein diet to improve healing. Lean meats contain plenty of protein that can help repair tissue and muscle. For meat-free diets, we recommend tofu.
As a full surgery, there is some minor downtime that patients can expect following their procedure. Typically, this is about 4 to 7 days spent away from work and all physical activity. Beyond this, you will want to avoid any strenuous activity until you heal further. Dr. Brent will see you for a follow-up and can provide updates on what level of activity you can return to at that point. Always listen to your body, and stop any activity if your lips begin to feel uncomfortable.
It remains essential to follow all of Dr. Brent’s post-procedure instructions, especially regarding eating. Any damage to the surgical sites can impact your final results. Dr. Brent will also see you for follow-up appointments to ensure your recovery progress is staying on track.
After surgery, you will want to avoid putting any pressure on your lips until they heal. Applying lipstick might seem like minimal pressure, but it can place strain on your incisions. This could affect how they heal and increase the risk of visible scarring. Usually, we recommend waiting at least 2 weeks before applying any lipstick or other products to your lips. The more you let your lips heal, the better.
We know you want to enjoy your new lip aesthetic as soon as possible. However, patients must wait for the initial swelling to go down. Still, you should see your lip’s new position quite early on in the process. After about 1 to 2 weeks, most swelling should fade and your results should begin to be increasingly visible. Some residual swelling can linger for a few months, after which the lip tissues should fully settle, and your final results will be on full display. We invite patients to look through our before-and-after photos of real patients to see what results they can expect. During the consultation, you can also use these photos to get an idea of what you want your results to look like.
Your new appearance should last for 10 years and beyond. While some aspects of results may fade with aging (such as wrinkles), the position of the lip is permanently adjusted. So, there should not be much change over time. However, taking good care of your skin is a core part of having results that stay with you for a long time. Also, we recommend avoiding factors like smoking or excess sun exposure that can prematurely age your face.
Patients can eventually also try nonsurgical treatments such as fillers to prolong their benefits. These lip injections can help maintain or enhance your lips’ appearance despite the aging process. While they do not further change lip position, they can restore lost volume and provide enhancements to your lip contours.
Any surgical procedure will involve creating incisions to adjust the tissues. While these do heal as scars, that does not mean they will be noticeable. A skilled surgeon will create tiny incisions, keeping them as small as possible. The placement also matters. Dr. Brent strategically places incisions under the nose in its natural creases, further hiding them. Also, the scars will improve over time. As you first heal, they may be noticeable. But with good aftercare they should continue to decrease in visibility. Eventually, all that people will be able to see will be your results, not the incision mark.
You certainly can. Many patients choose to combine their lip lift with another face procedure, which delivers several benefits. First, you can see enhanced results with still only a single surgical visit. Additionally, since the same surgeon performs both procedures, you can expect results that complement each other better. Dr. Brent will build into your plan ways to create harmony with your results that best bring out your unique facial structure. Lastly, having a combined procedure means you only need a single recovery period. Separating procedures would mean multiple downtime periods that cut into your daily routines.
Each lip lift procedure is individually planned according to the patient’s unique needs. This means the complexity and techniques used can vary, which will affect the price. During the consultation, Dr. Brent will work with you to build your plan and then can provide a personalized quote. This quote requires no commitment and provides a clear breakdown of all procedure costs. Combination procedures can also affect the final price of your surgery.
Since a lip lift is considered a cosmetic procedure, insurance providers typically do not cover the costs. However, patients may still have access to flexible ways to cover the price of surgery. During your consultation, we can go over financing options that can open the door to having the procedure you want.
Going under the knife can sound intimidating. But we can assure you that the actual procedure is entirely pain-free. We generally use a local anesthetic to numb the entire treatment area. You may feel a slight pinch from the injections, but after that, your lip will be thoroughly numb. After surgery, once the anesthetic wears off, some pain is normal. However, you can immediately begin taking medication to manage it, and most patients report it being a tolerable experience overall.
A lip lift is generally considered safe when performed by a skilled, qualified surgeon. Any surgical procedure can carry some degree of risk, but the right surgeon will take every step to maximize your safety. We take a full medical history to ensure there are no safety concerns. For example, we make sure you are in good health and have no allergies to anesthetics.
Most patients will only experience normal, mild side effects such as temporary swelling and bruising. You can further enhance your safety by following all of your post-procedure instructions. Doing so will decrease the risk of any complications, such as infection or damage to the incision sites.
  • Utilize the Consultation: Take the time to ask questions, discuss options, and understand how comfortable you feel.
  • Before-and-After Photos: See the actual results of real patients to determine the skill of your surgeon. A skilled surgeon will be more than happy to share photos (all with the previous patient’s approval).
  • Ask About Certifications: Look only for a board-certified (or double board-certified) surgeon for a guarantee of skill.

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Dr. Brent’s work as a double board-certified surgeon has helped patients achieve impressive enhancements to any aspect of their personal aesthetic. Each lip lift he performs in Beverly Hills is tailored to your needs and built around achieving a balanced, attractive result. Book your consultation with him today to explore his full suite of plastic surgery and nonsurgical options. Call our office to get started on building your personalized lip lift plan today with a leading plastic surgeon.
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