Upper lip flip? I had a syringe of Juvederm injected into my top lip, one half in November, second in December. (photo)

Question

While I love the results, even thought they are fading, I still would like to try Botox in the upper lip to flip it up. I have a friend who's sister does it regularly and loves it. I had another friend say it causes a dip in the upper lip. I went in for a consultation today and spoke with the doctor who said it was perfectly normal procedure and should give me the result I'm looking for.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

Botox and/or fillers can be used to lift lip corners. PDO Nova threads can be used to improve lip shape and also provide lift. I recommend getting a formal evaluation with a facial sculpting expert. Best, Dr. Emer

Michael A. Zadeh, MD, FACS · Answer

There's a fine line between Botox in the upper lip being effective and causing complications. Even the smallest amount can lead to unwanted effects. I usually advise against it. Injecting your top lip alone has made it larger than your bottom lip. There also seems to be a little too much in the white roll of the lip. Make sure you are under the care of an experienced injector. Best wishes.

Kenneth D. Steinsapir, MD · Answer

The upper lip looks like you have had a filler service.  The lip is over filled and is too strong relative to the lower lip.  I would profoundly caution you regarding doing botox to the lip.  The lip purses and does a number of things due to the fact that it is a muscle sphincter.  Weakening it can be a huge mistake.  Please be careful.

Sean Doherty, MD, FACS · Answer

You need to be careful with Botox to the upper lip. It can often cause more harm than good. Just make sure that you really trust your surgeon and that you know all of the potential complications before you go ahead. Best of luck.

Suzanne Kilmer, MD · Answer

I published an article that
demonstrated increased lip show with the use of botox – it works really well!
There is no problem doing both Botox and fillers together into the lips and, in
fact, we do it routinely as the reduced movement with the botox allows the
filler to last longer as it is not under as much pressure with puckering.

Upper lip flip? I had a syringe of Juvederm injected into my top lip, one half in November, second in December. (photo)

Answers (8)

Answer: Approach Botox to upper lip with care

Answer: Approach Botox to upper lip with care

Answer: Can Botox be used to increase upper lip show?

Answer: Can Botox be used to increase upper lip show?

Recommended reading

Everything you need to know about Botox

Our mission is to create a world where every investment in modern beauty is Worth It.

Upper lip flip? I had a syringe of Juvederm injected into my top lip, one half in November, second in December. (photo)

Answers (8)

Answer: Approach Botox to upper lip with care

Answer: Approach Botox to upper lip with care

Answer: Can Botox be used to increase upper lip show?

Answer: Can Botox be used to increase upper lip show?

Browse related questions

Recommended reading

Everything you need to know about Botox

Our mission is to create a world where every investment in modern beauty is Worth It.