Hello, I know swelling lasts for up to 6 months and that final results aren't to be expected till then, however, I would like to know if my lip, specially the middle part will likely drop down at least 2 or 3 mm. I feel like it is way too lifted in the middle and I look like a bunny. My doctor says it will still go down but It does feel very tight and I have a hard time smiling and pronouncing certain words . Is it just swelling and will look more normal? Thanks
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Answer: Lip lift: 12 days post bullhorn lip lift, was too much skin taken?
Hello cupcakeYou are still in the early recovery stage, i would advice you wait to see the the final result. You should visit or contact you plastic surgeon about his concern.
This is a great question and thank you for providing excellent photos!
Generally, all of these measurements that are reported are based on traditional "ideals" and vary from patient to patient by gender/culture/ethnicity/etc. But the typical goal (at least when performing a lip lift) is for the...