After a Lip Lift How Long Till You Look Presentable and Not Obvious That You Just Had the Procedure?

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Andrea Marando, MD · Answer

It usually depends on how aggressive the procedure has been and the amount of "lift" you had. On average is one week to ten days; arnica tablets do help to minimize swelling and initial bruising (starting three days before and up to one week after surgery). Mineral make up is also very useful to camouflage the area, when a prompt return to normal social activities is required.

Jed H. Horowitz, MD, FACS · Answer

Good day! Generally, swelling after a lift lip should subside within 1-2 weeks and tightness should diminish within a few months. How noticeable the result will depend on how your goals looks like. It's better to look enhanced and not totally transformed if you don't want your result to be too noticeable. Find a board-certified plastic surgeon and do not hesitate to ask about your concern and discuss realistic goals and expectations. Best of luck! #RealSelf100

James M. Pearson, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question. The Lip Lift procedure is
performed to accentuate the size and/or shape of the upper lip by removing skin
from the region underneath the nose. As the distance is decreased between the
nose and the lip, the red lip is 'lifted'. In appropriate individuals,
shortening this distance may impart or restore a more favorable balance to lips
and face. Most women notice substantial progress in their healing by 1 week. By 2 weeks, most
women report that they feel confident in most social and working environments
with the aid of makeup to conceal any residual early pink discoloration of the
scar.

Sam Naficy, MD, FACS · Answer

The healing after a lip lift can be fairly quick.  The example in the link below is only 7 days after the procedure

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