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Thank you for your question and for sharing your interest in a lip lift procedure.A lip lift can be a wonderful option for enhancing the appearance of your lips by shortening the space between the upper lip and the base of the nose, resulting in a more youthful and defined look. Based on your age and general health, you may be a good candidate for this procedure. However, it's essential to evaluate several factors to determine if a lip lift is right for you:Anatomy and Proportion: The distance between your upper lip and nose, your overall facial proportions, and the current shape and volume of your lips will all play a role in determining the potential outcome.Skin Quality: The texture and elasticity of your skin can affect the results and recovery process.Expectations: It's important to have realistic expectations about the results. A consultation with a board-certified dermatologist or plastic surgeon can help clarify what can be achieved.Health: Good general health and non-smoking status can improve healing and outcomes.I recommend scheduling a consultation with a board-certified dermatologist or plastic surgeon who specializes in facial procedures to discuss your goals and evaluate your specific case. They can provide a thorough assessment and create a personalized treatment plan.If you have any further questions or would like to schedule a consultation, please feel free to contact my office.
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...