Am I am candidate for a lip lift when I get my facelift? (Photo)

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I don't want too short a philtrum as I'm 63, and I think that might look odd. Also, I currently use Botox in the DAO muscle because my mouth turns down substantially without it and I look super sad and angry. I do not have tooth show anymore when mouth is at rest .

Carey Nease, MD · Answer

You would definitely benefit from a conservative upper lip lift and that can absolutely be done at the same time as a face/neck lift. The length of your upper lip is not significantly long but slightly shorter would be a youthful look and may give you slight tooth show at rest. Hope that helps and good luck!

Michael P. Morrissette, DDS, FACS · Answer

Yes, both these procedures can be done simultaneously. The ideal lip length should be 11-13 mm and I recommend leaving adults at 13 mm of length. Any amount greater than 13 mm can be removed. This procedure can increase youthful ness by exposing some of the upper teeth.

Ryan Rebowe, MD · Answer

I do think you would benefit from a small lip lift during your procedure. If the corners of the mouth turn down significantly, you may also be a candidate for a comissureplasty to turn them up. As a warning most lip lifts look "overdone" at first as they have a tendency to "loosen" over time to a more natural position.

Zachary Farhood, MD · Answer

Yes, you're an excellent candidate for a lip lift with your facelift. Your surgeon can evaluate your philtral length to determine how to best balance things. Typically 4-6mm of skin is removed during this procedure.

Gary M. Horndeski, MD · Answer

You are an excellent candidate for a lip lift. A lip lift does 4 things: shortens the distance between your nose and upper lip, increases the mucosa of the upper lip, increases the incisor show and pulls up the corners. You may not want to do this at the same time as the face lift.

Best Wishes,

Gary Horndeski, M.D.

Best Wishes,

Gary Horndeski, M.D.

Anna Chacon, MD, FAAD · Answer

A lip lift can indeed be performed in combination with a facelift, but your candidacy will depend on your individual anatomy, health status, and aesthetic goals. A consultation with a board-certified plastic surgeon will provide the most accurate answer.

While a shorter philtrum can create a more youthful appearance, it's important to maintain balance and proportion with the rest of the facial features. Your concern about not wanting a too-short philtrum is valid and should be communicated to your surgeon.

The use of Botox in the DAO muscle to correct a downward turn of the mouth is a common practice. However, a lip lift might also help with this issue by modifying the position and shape of the upper lip.

Finally, the absence of tooth show when the mouth is at rest could be an indication that a lip lift might be beneficial, as this procedure can enhance the visibility of the upper teeth.

Remember, it's crucial to discuss all these issues with your surgeon to ensure that the final outcome meets your expectations while maintaining a natural look.

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