Procedure: Lip Lift
Cost (General Anesthesia): $4500-$5,500
Cost (Local Anesthesia): $3000-$4000
Length of Procedure: 1 hour
Recovery: 3 Weeks
Introduction to Lip Lift
Our smiles are one of the identifying characteristics on our faces and perhaps one of the most memorable details upon our first impression. With age and gravity, the mouth can sometimes lower its placement on the face, leading to a disproportionate facial appearance. Board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Collier Pace offers a Lip Lift in Greensboro, NC, to address this challenge. To learn more about this cosmetic procedure, please keep reading the information below.
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What is a Lip Lift?
A lip lift is a plastic surgery that is offered to literally “lift the mouth” on your face. It minimizes the space between the nose and the mouth so that your lips are higher in your facial anatomy. It is also sought by patients wanting fuller lips with tighter definitions. The procedure tightens the lower face so that it is more defined.
The most common technique for this procedure is the bullhorn lip lift. Using this approach, Dr. Pace will make a bullhorn-shaped incision along the base of your nose, and a small amount of skin is removed, effectively lifting your upper lip and creating a fuller appearance.
Consider getting a lip lift from Greensboro Plastic Surgery to refresh your facial harmony and renew your confidence in your smile.
What Are the Benefits of a Lip Lift?
Our patients who have received a lip lift in Greensboro have shared several benefits for individuals looking to enhance their lip appearance, such as:
- Age reversal
- Balanced facial harmony
- Boost in self-esteem
- Increased lip volume
- Long-lasting results
- Tighter lips
Who Are The Best Candidates For A Lip Lift?
The best candidates for a lip lift in Greensboro will have some of the following characteristics:
- Have “bird lips,” or lips that are line-like, thin
- Imbalanced facial harmony
- Low self-esteem
- Maintain realistic expectations
- No underlying medical conditions
What’s the first step?
The first step in getting a lip lift in Greensboro at Greensboro Plastic Surgery is coming in for a consultation with dual board plastic surgeon Dr. Pace. During the appointment, Dr. Pace will learn more about why you are interested in the surgery, including talking to you about your health history, aesthetic goals, concerns, and expectations. Once you share all this information, Dr. Pace will examine your facial anatomy and determine if this procedure is right for you.
Once you and Dr. Pace have had a chance to reflect on your case, he will create your custom surgery plan. Before you leave, our Patient Coordinator will share important pre-operative instructions. It is essential that you follow these to ensure the most successful surgery and fastest recovery time. Our coordinator will also help you schedule the day, time, and payment details of your lip lift procedure.
What to Expect on the Day of Lip Lift Surgery
On the day of your lip lift in Greensboro, NC, Dr. Pace and his friendly staff will welcome you and get you settled in the procedure room, reminding everyone of the common plan discussed. Then, based on your comfort level, they will administer local or general anesthesia.
Some temporary marks might be placed on your mouth to ensure the targeted positions of the incisions are as per the consultation.
Once you are sedated, Dr. Pace will either create an incision at the base of the nose or hide it in the natural lip line. He will then manipulate the mouth to elevate it to the final placement, as discussed, enhancing the overall mouth on the face. Once finished, Dr. Pace will seal the incisions with sutures and bandage the area.
The surgery typically takes about one to two hours, and after the procedure, you will receive detailed post-operative care instructions to promote proper healing.
Lip Lift Recovery
After your lip lift surgery, you will be monitored in the recovery room until sedation wears off. We recommend having family or a friend wait with you to drive you back home in case of any remnant effects of anesthesia.
Even though this is a minor surgery and normal activities can be assumed within a day or two, we recommend that our patients rest their bodies and take time to heal. You can expect the swelling, bruising, and minor discomfort to dissipate within the first few days.
Beyond that, we still recommend that our patients avoid any strenuous activities for the first few weeks and follow the specific guidelines for eating, drinking, talking, and using the lips and overall mouth area.
How Much Does Lip Lift Cost In Greensboro, NC?
The cost of a lip lift in Greensboro, NC, depends on various factors, including but not limited to the complexity of your particular case, the surgeon’s fees, and the technique used. The best way to understand the costs is to schedule a consultation with Dr. Pace so that a surgery plan can be created. Once this plan is complete, our Patient Coordinator can supply a detailed estimate of the pricing options available to you at the practice.
Why choose Dr. Pace?
Given the number of medical clinics sprouting around, we understand that choosing the best match for your treatment is complex. However, Greensboro Plastic Surgery is a clinic that will make you feel heard and safe before even attempting to propose a treatment plan, thanks to the guidance that comes from Dr. Pace’s breadth of experience internationally and from his rigorous training by leaders in the field and at reputable institutions. This should be your choice for a lip lift in Greensboro, NC.
Dr. Collier Pace is a member of the American Board of Plastic Surgery (ABPS), the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS), Fellow American College of Surgeons (FACS), and the Southeastern Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons (SESPERS). He received his medical degree from Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine and has been in practice for six years. He specializes in aesthetic/cosmetic plastic surgery, hand, facial plastic, and reconstructive surgery.
Schedule your consultation
If you are looking to rejuvenate your lower face quickly and tighten your mouth area, consider learning more about a lip lift in Greensboro! Please fill out the scheduling form below or call our office directly, and a helpful member of our team will be able to assist you. Help us help you arrive at the new you. Contact us today through our website or by calling us at (336) 600-5258.
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