I want to shorten my philtrum and give my upper lip some volume. I’m 49 and do not want any visible surgical scars and don’t like how unnatural most lip fillers look. I’m not looking for a drastic change, just a more youthful appearance. I’m interested in a V-Y lip advancement. Would this procedure give me what I’m looking for? Who performs this surgery in Houston? Thanks.
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Based on your photos, it appears you would be a very good candidate for a lip lift. This procedure would shorten the philtrum and increase mucosal show in the upper lip with long-lasting results. If you feel like you need additional enhancement after the procedure to address facial creases or...
I frequently combine a lip lift with injectable fillers to produce the best possible results. You would need an in-person assessment with an examination and measurements to determine whether you would be a good candidate for a lip lift. I encourage you to schedule a consultation with an...
For your question and the photographs.
Based on what I can see, I don't believe that the V-Y or Bullhorn lip lift would be beneficial in your case in consideration of the fact that your upper lip / philtrum does not appear excessively long.
If you wish to change possibly the dynamic of your...