Is a Lip Lift Painful?

During the procedure, you will either have local or general anesthesia, as per your discussion, so you should be pain-free. Post-surgery, you should expect some swelling, bruising, and mild discomfort, but these symptoms are usually well-managed with pain medication that Dr. Pace will prescribe to you.

How Many Appointments Will I Need?

Dr. Pace will have you return to our office about a week after surgery so that he can remove any bandages or sutures as well as observe your recovery. After this initial follow-up appointment, most patients will need to return a few more times over the next few months but will space out even more between each subsequent visit. Dr. Pace will always inform you of how he believes you are recovering and when he expects to see you again.

How Long Until I See Results?

There will be a noticeable change in your mouth immediately after surgery, but you should expect to see longer-lasting results in about three to four months. After about a year, the results will produce more definition with a better lip ratio.

Can I Combine a Lip Lift with Other Procedures?

Absolutely, you can! Our patients who have received a lip lift in Greensboro have often combined it with other facial enhancement treatments, such as a facelift , neck lift , or even a non-surgical procedure like BOTOX and wrinkle relaxers . No matter what your aesthetic goals are, please be sure to share them with Dr. Pace during your initial appointment. He will be delighted to recommend safe and suggested combinations of procedures.

What Are the Risks Associated with a Lip Lift?

Even though a lip lift in Greensboro is a minor procedure, it is still a surgery and comes with associated risks. Some of them are listed below: Allergic reactions to anesthesia Blood loss during or after surgery Nerve damage Poor wound healing or scarring Scarring Please contact our office immediately if you experience any long-lasting or unexpected reactions during your recovery.

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What is a Lip Lift?
Who are the best candidates?
What are the benefits?
What’s the first step?
What to expect?
Recovery
How much does it cost?
Faqs

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.

Lip Lift FAQs

During the procedure, you will either have local or general anesthesia, as per your discussion, so you should be pain-free. Post-surgery, you should expect some swelling, bruising, and mild discomfort, but these symptoms are usually well-managed with pain medication that Dr. Pace will prescribe to you.
Dr. Pace will have you return to our office about a week after surgery so that he can remove any bandages or sutures as well as observe your recovery. After this initial follow-up appointment, most patients will need to return a few more times over the next few months but will space out even more between each subsequent visit.

Dr. Pace will always inform you of how he believes you are recovering and when he expects to see you again.
Absolutely, you can! Our patients who have received a lip lift in Greensboro have often combined it with other facial enhancement treatments, such as a facelift, neck lift, or even a non-surgical procedure like BOTOX and wrinkle relaxers. No matter what your aesthetic goals are, please be sure to share them with Dr. Pace during your initial appointment. He will be delighted to recommend safe and suggested combinations of procedures.
Even though a lip lift in Greensboro is a minor procedure, it is still a surgery and comes with associated risks. Some of them are listed below:
- Allergic reactions to anesthesia
- Blood loss during or after surgery
- Nerve damage
- Poor wound healing or scarring
- Scarring
Please contact our office immediately if you experience any long-lasting or unexpected reactions during your recovery.

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