Lip Lift

For many people, the natural aging process leads to sagging or lengthening of the area above the top lip. Some people have a naturally low or thin upper lip even when they are younger. Dr. Parker offers lip lift surgery in Paramus, NJ, to help people from Ridgewood, Hackensack, Mahwah, Somerset, and throughout Bergen County, North New Jersey, and surrounding areas look naturally more attractive and youthful.

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This 57 year old requested Dr. Parker to perform a lip lift to help evert her upper lip instead of Botox injections. She also asked about improving the fine lines of her upper lip. Prior to the procedure, Dr. Parker carefully marked the appropriately sized “bull horn” shaped ellipse of skin to be removed, reducing the height of the patie... Read More
Lip Lift Case 1537 Before & After Left Side | Paramus, New Jersey | Parker Center for Plastic Surgery
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This 60 year old existing patient of Dr. Parker’s asked him to perform a lip lift to help rejuvenate her peri oral area. She said her upper lip has progressively lengthened with age. Dr. Parker had the patient lift her lip to the desired height as she looked in a mirror and measured the precise amount of skin to be removed. He then carefully... Read More
Lip Lift Case 1376 Before & After Front | Paramus, New Jersey | Parker Center for Plastic Surgery
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This 72 year old very energetic patient asked Dr. Parker to perform a lip lift to help rejuvenate her upper lip which has stretched out over time, making the patient look older than she feels. Before beginning the surgery, Dr. Parker had the patient lift her lip to the level she desired. He then carefully marked the appropriately sized “bull... Read More
Lip Lift Case 1355 Before & After Front | Paramus, New Jersey | Parker Center for Plastic Surgery
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This 61 year old requested a lip lift to help rejuvenate her peri oral area. She said her lip has progressively lengthened as she has gotten older, making her look older than she feels. Looking in a mirror, Dr. Parker had the patient lift her lip to the desired height and measured the precise amount of skin to be removed to raise the lip to t... Read More
Lip Lift Case 1230 Before & After Front | Paramus, New Jersey | Parker Center for Plastic Surgery
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This 37 year old patient asked Dr. Parker to perform a conservative lip lift in order to show more of her central incisors when she smiled. Prior to beginning the procedure under local anesthesia, Dr. Parker had the patient lift her upper lip into the position she desired allowing him to precisely mark the amount of skin to be removed. Using... Read More
Lip Lift Case 1290 Before & After Front | Paramus, New Jersey | Parker Center for Plastic Surgery
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This 68 year old requests a lip lift to both shorten and evert her upper lip which she says has lengthened over time.  At the time of surgery, Dr. Parker determined the desired height of the upper lip with the help of the patient. Under local anesthesia, he carefully excised the marked “bull horn” shaped ellipse of skin and subcutaneous... Read More
Lip Lift Case 1407 Before & After Front | Paramus, New Jersey | Parker Center for Plastic Surgery
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This 56 year old was referred to Dr. Parker by another patient and asked him to perform a lip lift. She wished to improve the shape of her upper lip as well as lift the vermilion. The patient had previously been treated elsewhere with repeated filler injections to her upper lip and subsequently, multiple injections of hyaluronidase to try to... Read More
Lip Lift Case 1392 Before & After Front | Paramus, New Jersey | Parker Center for Plastic Surgery
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How Does a Lip Lift Work?

During the most common lip lift procedure, called a subnasal or bullhorn lip lift, Dr. Parker will make an incision along the base of your nose, remove a strip of skin, and pull the skin above the lip upward. Other types of lip lifts may involve lifting the corners of the mouth (a corner lip lift) or removing a thin strip of skin directly above the lip and then pulling it up (a direct lip lift). The amount of skin Dr. Parker will remove depends on the shape of your lips and face and your desired results.

A lip lift can be performed under local anesthesia and takes roughly one hour to complete. Some people pair their lip lift procedure with dermal fillers to add volume to the lower lip as well.

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Your Lip Lift Consultation & Imaging Session

Consultations at the Parker Center are special. Dr. Parker will spend extra time with you, ensuring that he understands your goals and that you are fully educated about each potential solution. Additionally, our imaging expert will help you see the possibilities with digital photo imaging to show you what you will look like after surgery. Patients who are comparing providers often tell us our consults are the most thorough and informative they’ve ever experienced!

Your Pre-Op Lift Lift Education Session 

One to two weeks before your scheduled lip lift, you will undergo a one-hour, in-office, face-to-face education session with one of Dr. Parker’s Nurse Educators. During this session, the nurse educator thoroughly reviews a detailed information packet to further educate you about your procedure. This includes a discussion of what to do to prepare for surgery, what occurs on the day of surgery, and what to expect after surgery during your recovery. It’s a detailed session that really educates our patients about the entire surgical process at the Parker Center. Patients tell us they love it because they feel so well-prepared for their surgery. Learn more about what to expect during your pre-op education session.

What Is Recovery Like After a Lip Lift?

You will experience some swelling, soreness, and bruising around your lip area for about 5 to 7 days after surgery. You should get plenty of rest for the first few days and stick to soft foods such as yogurt and applesauce. Most patients can return to work 3 to 4 days after the procedure.

Your incision is closed by quite a number of absorbable sutures internally, allowing the skin stitches to be removed roughly 5 days after the procedure. You should continue to refrain from strenuous activities for up to 2 weeks to avoid straining your lips.

Rapid Recovery Lip Lift

The Parker Center’s Rapid Recovery techniques used during and after your lip lift help you heal more rapidly and comfortably than what you might experience at another practice. This means less time off from work and a sooner return to your normal activities.

Dr. Parker’s Rapid Recovery protocol includes:

  • Short-acting anesthetic agents and anti-emetic medications to hasten the recovery from anesthesia
  • A tailored regimen of medications given before, during, and after surgery to minimize postoperative pain, swelling, and bruising
  • Three postoperative medical manual lymphatic drainage massages to reduce swelling and bruising as well as accelerate healing

The day after your lip lift surgery, you can shower and resume light activities. We encourage you to move around briefly starting the first day to boost circulation.

There is usually very little postoperative pain. Swelling and discoloration typically subside within 10 to 14 days.

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How Painful Is a Lip Lift?

Most people experience minimal discomfort after a lip lift. You will have some tightness, bruising, and swelling in your upper lip, but that should mostly subside within a couple of weeks. Ice and over-the-counter pain medication will help relieve discomfort and swelling.

How Long Does a Lip Lift Last?

Your lip lift is a permanent surgery, and your results will last for many years. To maintain your results, make sure to moisturize your lips daily and protect them from the sun with a lip moisturizer containing sunscreen.

Is a Lip Lift Worth It?

A lip lift is an excellent option if you want to add volume and shape to your lips without needing repeated lip filler injections. Dr. Parker and his team will use the right techniques to give you radiant and natural-looking results. Additionally, a lip lift has minimal recovery and downtime, so it’s perfect for busy individuals.

What Is My Next Step?

To meet with Dr. Parker and his team to discuss a surgical lip lift, please request a consultation or call us at  (201) 967-1212 to schedule an appointment.

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