Late 20s, lips are downturned and top lip is thin. Am I a candidate for a Lip Lift? (photo)

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I'm in my late 20s and considering a lip lift. I generally like the shape of my lips, but I think my lips are a little downturned in the corners and my top lip is a bit thin. I'd like my lips to be a bit more 'pouty'. My philtrum is about 13-14mm.

Anna Chacon, MD, FAAD · Answer

Based on your description, you may be a candidate for a lip lift. Here are some considerations to help determine if this procedure might be right for you:

Philtrum Length: A philtrum length of 13-14mm is within the range where a lip lift can be beneficial, as it can help reduce the distance between the nose and the upper lip, creating a more balanced and youthful appearance.

Downturned Lip Corners: A lip lift can help elevate the corners of the lips, giving a more uplifted and youthful appearance.

Thin Upper Lip: If your goal is to achieve a fuller and more 'pouty' upper lip, a lip lift can enhance the vermilion border (the edge of the lip), making the upper lip appear fuller without the need for fillers.

Age Consideration: Being in your late 20s, you are at a good age for this procedure as your skin still has a lot of elasticity, which can contribute to optimal healing and results.

It's important to consult with a board-certified plastic surgeon or dermatologist who specializes in lip procedures. They can provide a personalized assessment by examining your facial anatomy and discussing your aesthetic goals. This will help determine if a lip lift is the best option for you or if other treatments, like fillers or a combination approach, might be more suitable.

Gary M. Horndeski, MD · Answer

You are an excellent candidate for a lip lift but not a bullhorn lip lift.  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 takes 1 hour to perform under local anesthesia and costs $4,000.

Best Wishes,

Gary Horndeski, M.D.

Nelson Lee Novick, MD · Answer

A medium viscosity HA filler can be used to add volume to the upper lip. A low viscosity, cohesive, malleable HA filler can be used to accentuate and define the upper vermilion, which would also contribute to an upper lip lift.  If still necessary, a couple of microdroplet of Botos placed on each side of the upper vermilion border would further enhance this nonsurgical lip lift.  Finally, the same low viscosity filler can be  additionally injected at the lateral vermilion borders of the lower lip, which in turn would raise the slight downturning noted there. You would be wise to consult with an experienced, board certified cosmetic dermatologist filler expert. Hope this helps and best of luck.

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