28 y/o female interested in a lip lift - would I be a good candidate? (photos)

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. It does not appear you would benefit from a lip lift. Best Wishes, Gary Horndeski, M.D.

An upper lip lift would be the worst thing for you. If you have too much upper lip show already then it would make things worse. You will most likely need some of the mucosa excised posteriorly to roll your lip back inward. Best Wishes, Gary Horndeski, M.D.

A philtrum length of approximately 20 mm is on the longer side for typical aesthetic proportions, especially in women, where the average range is often 11–15 mm. A surgical lip lift can shorten this distance, increase the amount of visible upper teeth at rest, and create a more youthful b...

After a lip lift, most patients can start smiling gently within 1-2 weeks, but the timing depends on individual healing progress. Immediately after surgery, swelling and tightness around the incision may make smiling feel restricted or uncomfortable. These symptoms improve significantly as the...

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 are a candidate for a lip lift. Best Wishes, Gary Horndeski, M.D.

Hello, Thank you for sharing your concern. After three years, it is generally possible to address the outward appearance of your philtrum following a lip lift. The options for correction may include surgical revision or non-surgical treatments depending on the specific issues you're...