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2026

2026

A procedure that reduces nose-to-lip distance to create a more youthful and beautifully balanced look.

A procedure that reduces nose-to-lip distance to create a more youthful and beautifully balanced look.

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PROCEDURE OVERVIEW

Benefits

Ideal Candidates

Recovery

Introduction

Introduction

The popularity of lip lifts has surged over the past decade, whether performed alone or in combination with procedures such as rhinoplasty and facelifts. A lip lift provides a subtle yet transformative solution for youthful lips. It not only accentuates the natural curves of the upper lip but also delivers elegant rejuvenation and better facial balance.

The popularity of lip lifts has surged over the past decade, whether performed alone or in combination with procedures such as rhinoplasty and facelifts. A lip lift provides a subtle yet transformative solution for youthful lips. It not only accentuates the natural curves of the upper lip but also delivers elegant rejuvenation and better facial balance.

Procedure Overview

Procedure Overview

By removing a small strip of skin just below the nose (the philtrum), a lip lift elevates and defines the upper lip. This reveals more of the pink vermilion, making thin or flat upper lips appear fuller and more defined without added volume. Although the lip lift incision line sits in a highly visible area just below the nose, an experienced surgeon's skilled suturing techniques can minimize scarring effectively.

By removing a small strip of skin just below the nose (the philtrum), a lip lift elevates and defines the upper lip. This reveals more of the pink vermilion, making thin or flat upper lips appear fuller and more defined without added volume. Although the lip lift incision line sits in a highly visible area just below the nose, an experienced surgeon's skilled suturing techniques can minimize scarring effectively.

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Benefits

Benefits

Over time, the upper lip naturally loses elasticity and gradually recedes, leading to visible wrinkles caused by repeated mouth movements. A lip lift addresses common signs of aging, such as perioral wrinkles, fine lines, and sagging. By enhancing the visibility and definition of the upper lip, the procedure restores a more youthful, attractive appearance while improving overall facial harmony and symmetry—without compromising your natural features.

Over time, the upper lip naturally loses elasticity and gradually recedes, leading to visible wrinkles caused by repeated mouth movements. A lip lift addresses common signs of aging, such as perioral wrinkles, fine lines, and sagging. By enhancing the visibility and definition of the upper lip, the procedure restores a more youthful, attractive appearance while improving overall facial harmony and symmetry—without compromising your natural features.

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Ideal Candidates

Ideal Candidates

A lip lift is appropriate for individuals seeking refined enhancement of the lips and overall facial balance. Ideal candidates typically wish to shorten an elongated upper lip, enhance lip definition, and soften age-related changes in the perioral area, all while maintaining a natural, harmonious result. Candidates should be in good general health, maintain stable weight, and abstain from smoking to support optimal healing and outcomes. Dr. Kim will provide a comprehensive assessment and discuss expected outcomes, enabling you to make a fully informed decision prior to proceeding.

A lip lift is appropriate for individuals seeking refined enhancement of the lips and overall facial balance. Ideal candidates typically wish to shorten an elongated upper lip, enhance lip definition, and soften age-related changes in the perioral area, all while maintaining a natural, harmonious result. Candidates should be in good general health, maintain stable weight, and abstain from smoking to support optimal healing and outcomes. Dr. Kim will provide a comprehensive assessment and discuss expected outcomes, enabling you to make a fully informed decision prior to proceeding.

Recovery

Recovery

A few hours after your procedure, you will be discharged from the clinic and can return to your accommodation accompanied by a friend or family member. As Dr. Kim performs the surgery under sedation rather than general anesthesia, most patients feel comfortable afterward. You will be prescribed appropriate pain relief, NSAIDs (Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs), antibiotics, and anti-nausea medication. We recommend keeping your head elevated for the first 48 hours of rest, even while sleeping, to promote optimal healing. For exercise and sports, Dr. Kim advises avoiding strenuous activity for the first two weeks, with gym workouts and sports postponed for an additional two weeks, as excessive movement may interfere with healing and increase the risk of bleeding.

A few hours after your procedure, you will be discharged from the clinic and can return to your accommodation accompanied by a friend or family member. As Dr. Kim performs the surgery under sedation rather than general anesthesia, most patients feel comfortable afterward. You will be prescribed appropriate pain relief, NSAIDs (Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs), antibiotics, and anti-nausea medication. We recommend keeping your head elevated for the first 48 hours of rest, even while sleeping, to promote optimal healing. For exercise and sports, Dr. Kim advises avoiding strenuous activity for the first two weeks, with gym workouts and sports postponed for an additional two weeks, as excessive movement may interfere with healing and increase the risk of bleeding.

Also, our clinic also offers one of the best adjuvant therapies including healing lasers, LDM, IV therapy, and HBOT for optimal results and recovery. Post-op skincare regimens are essential to maintain outcomes, and Dr. Kim provides patient-specific advice as standard, included in the procedure price.

Also, our clinic also offers one of the best adjuvant therapies including healing lasers, LDM, IV therapy, and HBOT for optimal results and recovery. Post-op skincare regimens are essential to maintain outcomes, and Dr. Kim provides patient-specific advice as standard, included in the procedure price.

Expected Timeline Days 1-2: Rest with head elevated at about 15 degrees, cold compresses for swelling control. Mild discomfort managed with medication. Days 3-7: Swelling peaks then subsides. Light activities (walking, desk work) resume. Stitches removed on day 7. Weeks 2: Most swelling gone. Return to daily/social activities, light exercise allowed. After 6 weeks: Full recovery. Final results visible, optimal outcomes sustained. Cold compresses, head elevation, avoiding heavy exertion and smoking are essential.

Expected Timeline Days 1-2: Rest with head elevated at about 15 degrees, cold compresses for swelling control. Mild discomfort managed with medication. Days 3-7: Swelling peaks then subsides. Light activities (walking, desk work) resume. Stitches removed on day 7. Weeks 2: Most swelling gone. Return to daily/social activities, light exercise allowed. After 6 weeks: Full recovery. Final results visible, optimal outcomes sustained. Cold compresses, head elevation, avoiding heavy exertion and smoking are essential.

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