Can a lip lift make reshape your lips to make them more round and soften the overall appearance? Can cupid’s bow be reduced?

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I have a prominent cupid’s bow that I want to get rid of. Lip filler isn’t an option because I want them to look as natural as possible. I aim for a more round, plump and soft look. They would most definitely elevate my appearance. Though, as I said, I don’t want them to look artificial. I will include a picture or two of my natural lips and what I want them to look like.

Yannis Alexandrides, MD, FACS · Answer

Your request is an interesting one, I believe you have a nicely shaped Cupid's bow that does not necessarily need reshaping, however, it could be that you want more rounding of the red part of the lip and this would bring more balance and create a lip shape similar to the one you have sent me.

An expert injector, specialising in Lip Augmentation, would be able to achieve the round, plump and soft look you require – that still looks natural.

A Lip Lift on the other hand would have the opposite effect, and create more of a steep arch of the Cupid's bow rather than the rounder look that you want to achieve. I hope this is helpful!

Randal Haworth, MD, FACS · Answer

A 3D lip lift would be the best option because it allows maximum control over the upper lip.

Of course, a consultation is necessary.

Best of luck !

Gary M. Horndeski, MD · Answer

A lip lift can reduce the prominence of the cupids bow. This will also shorten the distance between your nose and upper lip, increase the mucosa of the upper lip, increase the incisor show and pull up the corners.

Best Wishes,

Gary Horndeski, M.D.

Best Wishes,

Gary Horndeski, M.D.

Can a lip lift make reshape your lips to make them more round and soften the overall appearance? Can cupid’s bow be reduced?

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