Dr. Samuel M. Sohn, a renowned board-certified plastic surgeon, is proud to offer Lip Lift surgery, a cutting-edge cosmetic procedure designed to rejuvenate and enhance the appearance of your lips. Serving patients across Tampa, Clearwater, and St. Petersburg, Florida, Dr. Sohn utilizes the latest techniques to deliver outstanding results, bringing a fresher, more youthful and balanced look to your facial aesthetics.
What Is Lip Lift Surgery?
Lip lift surgery is a cosmetic procedure aimed at improving the appearance of the lips and mouth area. This facial surgery involves reshaping and lifting the upper lip to create a more balanced, symmetrical look. It’s particularly effective in reducing the space between the upper lip and the nose, enhancing the visibility of the teeth when smiling, and giving a fuller, more youthful appearance to the lips. This procedure is ideal for those who have a thin upper lip, a long philtrum, or who have experienced age-related changes in their lip area.
Benefits of Lip Lift
Undergoing a lip lift procedure can offer a range of aesthetic benefits, including:
- Enhanced lip shape and volume
- Reduced distance between the nose and the upper lip
- Improved facial harmony and balance
- Increased confidence and self-esteem
- A more youthful and vibrant appearance
Candidates For Lip Lift
Good candidates for a lip lift are generally those in good health, non-smokers, and with realistic expectations about the procedure’s outcome. Candidates often seek improvement in lip shape, volume, and facial symmetry. It’s essential for patients to have healthy skin with sufficient elasticity to ensure optimal healing and results.
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Preparing For Lip Lift Surgery
The preparation for lip lift surgery is a crucial aspect that varies based on your individual requirements, anatomical factors, and aesthetic objectives. Nonetheless, there are several universal steps you can undertake to ensure you are ready for the procedure. These include ceasing smoking and avoiding certain medications, notably blood thinners, anti-inflammatory drugs, and herbal supplements, which might affect the surgery’s outcome.
Dr. Sohn will provide you with specific instructions before the surgery. Proper preparation, including adherence to Dr. Sohn’s pre-surgical advice, significantly enhances the likelihood of a favorable outcome and reduces the risk of potential complications.
The Lip Lift Procedure
Lip lift surgery is an outpatient procedure typically performed under local anesthesia in our state-of-the-art surgical center in Tampa, Florida. This process focuses on elevating the position of the
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on the face, a technique achieved by removing a small amount of skin between the base of the nose and the pigmented area of the upper lip. The procedure utilizes a bullhorn lip lift incision, a method Dr. Sohn applies to attain exceptional results while concealing any potential scars within the natural crease beneath the nose.
Taking less than an hour, the lip lift procedure is meticulously tailored to suit your distinct facial characteristics and personal aesthetic desires. Dr. Sohn skillfully customizes the surgery to enhance the shape of your Cupid’s bow, potentially increasing the upturn and outward projection of your lips. The procedure also offers the advantage of correcting any asymmetries, alongside its primary function of shortening the upper lip.
Lip Lift Recovery
Recovery from a lip lift procedure typically involves minimal downtime. Patients may experience swelling and mild discomfort, which usually subsides within a few days to a week It is also recommended to avoid excessive lip motion with eating or talking, as this can increase swelling and prolong the recovery. Oral steroids to help alleviate swelling may be prescribed if you are a candidate . Dr. Sohn provides detailed aftercare instructions and recommendations to ensure a smooth recovery process.
YES Dr Sohn, made me actually feel excited NOT scared.
The very first appointment all the way through the post follow-up was beyond AMAZING!!! The surgery day is an exciting blur of emotion! YES Dr Sohn, made me actually feel excited NOT scared. It is imperative you have a first class Surgeon (artist) their work will be with you forever. Dr Sohn and his whole staff far exceeded my expectations. The whole team is second to none! Clearly he absolutely loves what he does. Professional, warm, incredibly talented and treats you as if you are the only and most important patient. Highly recommended.
Lip Lift Results
The results of a lip lift are often immediately noticeable, with continued improvement as swelling subsides. Patients can expect a more youthful, refreshed appearance with a natural-looking enhancement to their lip and mouth area.
Why Choose Samuel Sohn for Lip Lift?
Samuel Sohn, MD
Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
Dr. Sohn utilizes the latest techniques to deliver outstanding results, bringing a fresher, more youthful and balanced look to your facial aesthetics.
FAQs About Lip Lift
While all surgical procedures carry some risk of scarring, Dr. Sohn uses advanced techniques which can
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. The incisions and sutures are typically made in discreet locations for the least visible impact.
Yes, a lip lift can be combined with other facial rejuvenation procedures such as facelift and necklift, brow lift, eyelid lift, closed rhinoplasty, or non-surgical treatments such as Botox and filler injections for a more comprehensive approach to facial enhancement.
While lip augmentation through lip fillers, implants, or fat transfers can add volume, it doesn’t change the lips’ position. Patients often find that upper lip shortening is more effective for a permanent, youthful, and fuller appearance. Unlike augmentation, upper lip lift surgery adjusts the placement and appearance of the lips more permanently.
The cost of lip lift surgery varies with each patient, depending on their unique needs and customized treatment plans. After your consultation, our team will provide a detailed quote based on your specific goals.
Post-surgery, the healing process generally takes six to eight weeks. Swelling and bruising typically reduce within a week or two, and almost completely subside in a month. You might experience tightness in your upper lip for a few months, and full normalcy can take up to six months.
Most patients can return to work within a day or a few days post-surgery. However, it’s advisable to avoid strenuous activities, like heavy lifting, for about two weeks. Dr. Sohn will give you tailored advice on when it’s safe to resume your regular activities.
Like any surgical procedure, lip lift surgery carries certain risks, although they are minimized when performed by an experienced surgeon like Dr. Sohn. Possible risks include allergic reactions to anesthesia,
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, infection, nerve damage, permanent scarring, persistent swelling, and unevenness in the lips.
Schedule A Consultation For Lip Lift Surgery
Dr. Samuel M. Sohn is committed to excellence in plastic surgery, offering personalized care to his patients in Tampa, Clearwater, and St. Petersburg, Florida. If you are considering lip lift surgery or have any questions about the procedure, please contact us to schedule a consultation. Our team is dedicated to helping you achieve your aesthetic goals and ensuring a successful outcome.
1 ASPS. Lip Shortening Surgery Often Overlooked in Facial Rejuvenation, ASPS Study Reveals. Available: https://www.plasticsurgery.org/news/press-releases/lip-shortening-surgery-often-overlooked-in-facial-rejuvenation-asps-study-reveals. Accessed November 30, 2023.
2 Journal of Drugs in Dermatology. The upper lip lift using the ‘bull’s horn’ approach. Available: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/12848113/. Accessed November 30, 2023.
3 Cleveland Clinic. Lip Lift. Available: https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/procedures/lip-lift. Accessed November 30, 2023.
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