After a lip lift and forehead reduction, how long till you can kiss and be intimate?

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Hi I am for sure getting the forehead reduction and I’m deciding on the lip lift! Is the lip lift worth it? And how soon after these procedures can I kiss and be intimate? (foreplay etc..)

Miguel Mascaro, MD · Answer

Without any pictures its difficult to ascertain whether or not you'd be a good candidate for a lip lift.  That being said, I usually tell my patients no kissing for 3 weeks.  You'll feel tight and uncomfortable.  After that you can carry on as what feels comfortable.  In regards to hairline advancement I also give the same recommendation! You do want to take it easy for about 3 weeks after a forehead reduction, and remember no tension or pulling on the hair for 4 weeks.  I hope some of this helps! Best of luck.

Toby Mayer, MD · Answer

Lip lift  with a Forehead reduction? It is impossible to give you a proper answer that is in form without seeing photos to determine whether you need a lip lift or not. Make sure you see the results and scar of the four head reduction.

Gary Linkov, MD · Answer

The ideal candidate for the Elelyft, or upper lip lift, is someone with a philtral length of 14mm or longer, no upper dental show, and/or a thin upper lip. The nasal base to mouth width ratio needs to be taken into consideration to avoid leaving the lip corners down. 
I would recommend at least 2 weeks of no kissing (beyond a peck) after a lip lift. There are very few surgeons internationally who can perform both a forehead reduction and a lip lift well. Choose wisely!
Gary Linkov, MD

Jeffrey Jumaily, MD · Answer

I do many combined forehead reduction and lip lift procedure. The lip lift is totally worth it if you're a candidate for it. Hard to tell without photos. Consider a consultation with a specialist to discuss the options.

Johnson C. Lee, MD · Answer

A lip lift is a good option for a patient who has a long upper lip (the skin between your nose and the red of your lips) with little or no teeth show. During your examination, measurements will be taken to see if you would benefit from a lip lift or if lip fillers are a better option. I recommend to patients to avoid prolonged kissing for 3 weeks and even more strenuous lip activities for 3 months for an optimal (invisible) scar. Hope this helps!
Johnson C. Lee, MD 
Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon

After a lip lift and forehead reduction, how long till you can kiss and be intimate?

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