Manhattan lip lift
Rejuvenate your lips
Whether you’re looking to reduce the space between your nose and upper lip or achieve a more defined, lifted look, a lip lift with Dr. Michael Bassiri-Tehrani offers stunning results with minimal downtime. Our double board-certified plastic surgeon and expert team can help you achieve the perfect balance for a confident, beautiful smile.
What is a lip lift?
A lip lift is a small surgical procedure done under local anesthesia that can restore or enhance the eversion of the upper lip showing more of the teeth and creating more of a pout rather than a horizontal protrusion or shelf.
As we age we lose bone structure support, and tissues tend to stretch and hang lower. This creates a flatter, less perky lip.
Removing a small amount of skin with an incision hidden below to the nose, the lip is elevated and lifted upward, restoring it to a more natural position. This beautiful result is accomplished without constant injections or the risk of overfilling.
What issues does a lip lift address?
A lip lift is ideal for individuals who want to shorten the space between the nose and the upper lip, often referred to as the “philtrum.” This procedure enhances the natural curvature of the lips, making them appear fuller and more defined without the use of fillers.
Lip lifts also address concerns such as thin or flat lips, lip asymmetry, or the effects of aging, which can cause the upper lip to elongate and hide the teeth when smiling. By lifting the lip, you’ll get a more youthful and balanced appearance, highlighting your smile in a natural way.
What’s the difference between
a lip lift & fillers?
Who doesn’t like large plump lips? Tastefully enhanced lips can take years off your appearance. Many patients opt for simple, less invasive lip augmentation with hyaluronic fillers leads to some fantastic results.
However, not all patients are ideal candidates for fillers, and this can result in unfortunate outcomes:
- Longer upper lips cannot support endless filler injections.
- The shape of the lips cannot be altered by filler injections.
- The wrong type of filler can result in migration of the product and a puffy unnatural overdone look—“duck lips” or, arguably worse, “fish lips.”
When this is the case, a lip lift is the more appropriate approach.
How a lip lift works with Michael Bassiri-Tehrani, MD, PLLC
The surgery itself can be done comfortably awake with local anesthesia. It’s a fast, one-hour procedure, and then you’re home resting the same day.
Sutures are usually removed at day five and the ensuing incision is hidden in a natural skin crease. The incision will be pink for about a week but can be covered with make-up.
Is a lip lift right for you?
A lip lift is an excellent option to enhance the natural shape and fullness of your lips without relying on fillers. If you have a longer upper lip that hides your teeth when you smile, or if you want a more youthful, defined lip shape, this procedure may be right for you.
Ideal candidates are in good overall health and have realistic expectations for their results. Whether you’re seeking a subtle enhancement or a more dramatic change, a lip lift offers a lasting solution for those who want to permanently improve the appearance of their lips.
