I had a lip lift done three weeks ago where the incision is under the nose. It is very hard along this incision line, making my upper lip area look bulky and protruding in an unnatural manner. The area is so hard and tight that I cannot smile easily without discomfort, and it looks like more of a grimace. Please let me know if there is any treatment that can help this, it is very distressing.Thanks
Answers (2)
From board-certified doctors and trusted medical professionals
Dear Tamryn,Thanks for asking this question. A lip lift will help the dental show at rest. When you smile, the lip is lifted by muscles that are not modified in a lip lift. A lip lift is done under local anesthesia (~60-90 mins), or can be done with sedation. It is a permanent procedure. The...
Good day! It is hard to assess without in person examination or at least a photo. It is too soon to see final results because swelling after a lift lip persists for weeks and tightness will diminish within a few months. Do not hesitate to ask your doctor about your concern or any additi...
Recovery after a Lip Lift is fairly easy. There is minimal pain. Very slight bruising (if any) which goes away within the first week. There is subtle swelling that can last about 2 weeks.Sutures are removed at 1 week and the scar is already hardly noticeable at this point.Best of Luck,Dr. Chopra
