Lip lift at age 18 - am I too young?

Red light therapy, including near-infrared light, is often used to promote healing and reduce inflammation following surgical procedures. Here are some considerations for using red light therapy after a lip lift: Potential Benefits: Red light therapy can enhance the healing process by...

Undergoing a lip lift 1.5 months after an open rhinoplasty can be feasible, but several factors should be carefully considered: Healing Status: The primary concern is whether your body has sufficiently healed from the rhinoplasty. Since you mention some swelling still present on the tip and...

The V to Y lip lift is a surgical technique aimed at enhancing the volume and size of the lips, primarily the upper lip. Here’s a detailed overview of this procedure and the considerations associated with it: Procedure and Effectiveness: The V to Y lip lift involves making incisions inside t...

For unique cases where a variety of modalities could be used to treat the condition, I would suggest an in-person or virtual consultation to develop a custom and effective treatment plan. It is difficult to precisely define the best option without collecting the same information. I suggest...

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 would be an excellent candidate for a lip lift. Best Wishes, Gary Horndeski, M.D.

It's advisable to wait approximately 3 to 6 months after a lip lift before considering an alar base reduction. This timeframe allows for adequate healing and stabilization of the tissues involved in the initial procedure. Since both surgeries can share the same incision line, allowing sufficient...