Would a lip lift using the Russian technique help me achieve my desired look out poutier and wider lips? (photos)

A lip lift can shorten the space between the nose and upper lip, slightly everting the vermillion border upward for a more visible and poutier appearance. When combined with Russian technique filler, it’s possible to enhance both vertical height and shape definition without excessive forward projection. Achieving a natural, balanced look depends on conservative filler volume and precise technique. Overfilling can lead to the “duck” appearance you’re concerned about, so a measured, stepwise approach is key.

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. I recommend doing a lip lift first and if this does not satisfy your needs then you can consider the lip filler.

Best Wishes,

Gary Horndeski, M.D.

Hello! My name is Jessica, I am a physician assistant, and one of the providers at Aesthetic Skin in Winnetka and Chicago. This is a great question. A lip lift using the Russian technique could indeed help you achieve a poutier and wider lip appearance, depending on your specific goals and anatomy. The Russian lip lift technique focuses on enhancing the lip's volume and shape by strategically lifting and reshaping the upper lip. This technique aims to create a more defined, fuller look while maintaining a natural and aesthetically pleasing proportion. It involves removing a small strip of skin from just beneath the nose, which results in a lift that accentuates the lip’s natural curve and can make the lips appear more prominent and voluminous. I hope this helps and best of luck!

Upper lip fillers can create an outward turned appearance of the upper lip, but it’s not a lifting procedure by itself.
I see a lot of bad lip filler work being done because I see so many people who have obvious fillers, especially on people walking around with an upper lip that’s larger than their lower lip, which is highly abnormal.
I cannot emphasize enough, the importance of provider selection for these treatments.
Quality work should look natural and not look like someone has had intervention in my opinion.
Best,
Mats Hagstrom MD