Facelift and Lip Lift: Are these two procedures ever done at the same time? (photo)

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I’m 62 and will be getting a facelift (eventually) but also am liking the looks of a lip lift. Are these two procedures ever done at the same time?

Muhsin Yilmaz, MD, FEBOPRAS · Answer

Yes, a lip lift and facelift can be performed during the same surgical session in appropriately selected patients. They address different areas: a facelift primarily improves facial and lower-face laxity, while a lip lift can shorten the distance between the nose and upper lip and improve the visibility and shape of the upper lip.
Combining procedures can be convenient because there is only one anesthesia and recovery period. However, the most important consideration is whether both procedures are truly appropriate for your anatomy and goals. Your surgeon should also carefully evaluate your skin quality, healing characteristics and the potential for scarring from the lip lift.

Gurkan Kayabasoglu, MD · Answer

Hello, Basen on your questions, yes facelift, necklift and lip lift, all these procedure can be performed at on surgery, if your medical condition allows. And with only one healing phase you  will recover.It would be the best to seek a professional facial plastic surgeon to achieve your desired look.Good Luck,

Michael R. Schwartz, MD · Answer

Yes, the two procedures are often combined together.  Patients with jowl and neck skin laxity often have a loss of skin quality around the mouth as well.  This can appear as a long or "horsey" upper lip.  A lip lift done conservatively can significantly improve this.  In addition, laser resurfacing with either the CO2 or Erbium laser can tighten and shorten the upper lip if your lip shape isn't ideal for a lift.

Keshav Magge, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question.  The short answer is yes,  This can also be combined with laser in the perioral area to address fine lines as well.  Best to speak to a board certified plastic surgeon.  All the best,

Zoran Potparic, MD · Answer

You seem to be a good candidate for these procedures. There in no reason not to do all of them in the same time. Consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon with good reputation in facial rejuvenation, to discuss your goals and options, is recommended. Good luck.

Boris M. Ackerman, MD · Answer

To get a beautiful facelift result, an experienced surgeon will most definitely would address the aging appearance of the lips. From your photos, it would appear that you would benefit greatly from a lip lift.  The goal is to create a dramatically youthful, yet natural result.  Seek out a facelift expert, ask to see some before and after photos of other patients with similar facial features as yours.

Alejandro J. Quiroz, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question;

Yes the two procedures are more often done a the same time.  If you are having surgery you can ask your doctor about this procedures doing at the same time

Ronald J. Edelson, MD · Answer

Yes these two procedures can be done at the same time.  I’m usually not crazy about the lip lift because I don’t think the results are worthwhile.  However, in your case your upper lip is so long that it would be a reasonable procedure to include in your facelift.

Gary L. Ross, MBChB, FRCS · Answer

There are pros and cons of combining treatments but the combination you request could be performed as a one stage procedure

Barry M. Weintraub, MD, FACS · Answer

As I carefully examine your image, it looks as if you would be an excellent candidate for a facelift, neck lift, as well as a lip-lift procedure. These procedures can be done at the same time if you have been medical cleared by your primary-care physician. Your recovery time will overlap for each procedure, and will save you reduced cost in operating-room and surgical fees. Some surgeons will add voluminous amounts of filler to the lips rather than performing the lip-lift procedure, but in your case, only a very small amount of filler would look natural on you, which is why the lip-lift would be recommended. For best results, please consult with a board certified plastic surgeon with a wealth of knowledge and experience with facelifting surgery.

Facelift and Lip Lift: Are these two procedures ever done at the same time? (photo)

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