Enhancing Your Smile with a Lip Lift

A lip lift is a minor surgical procedure to correct the appearance of thinning, drooping lips without the use of fillers or implants. By shortening the length of the philtrum that stretches from beneath the nose to the top of the upper lip, the procedure can create a more alluring, feminine smile. Dr. Randall O. Craft, a double-board-certified plastic surgeon in Phoenix, AZ, delivers nuanced, customized changes that help to celebrate your natural beauty and vitality.

What Is a Lip Lift?

A lip lift improves the shape, smoothness, and prominence of the upper lip, allowing it to gently curl upward and reveal more of its pink portion. The procedure also increases tooth show for a sexier pout. Many patients prefer to undergo a lip lift rather than place synthetic materials in the body like fillers or implants. The procedure can be performed on its own or in combination with a facelift, rhinoplasty, brow lift, or blepharoplasty. Overall, a lip lift in Phoenix is a subtle way to restore youthfulness to the smile without overfilling the lips.

Before & After Lip Lift

What Are the Benefits of a Lip Lift in Phoenix, AZ?

When expertly performed by Dr. Craft with precision and artistry, a lip lift comes with the following key benefits:

Shortens the length of the philtrum
Corrects signs of aging in the mouth and lips
Increases the volume and height of the upper lip
Improves the upper lip’s shape and contours
Enhances lip symmetry and balance
Allows for increased tooth show
Smooths vertical lip creases
Long-lasting, sustainable results
An excellent alternative to fillers and implants
Boosts self-confidence

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Who Is a Candidate for a Lip Lift?

A lip lift is a good solution for patients who seek natural-looking lip augmentation without the use of fillers or silicone implants. They should be in good health and have realistic expectations for their results based on their private consultation with Dr. Craft and his team in Phoenix. The procedure will result in a more inviting, attractive pout with the upper lip slightly elevated to reveal the teeth when speaking or smiling.

Your Lip Lift Procedure

Your lip lift in Phoenix is performed in several steps as follows:

Anesthesia

A lip lift is typically performed under local anesthesia when done on its own. General anesthesia is used if your lip lift is accompanied by another facial surgery, like a facelift, neck lift, or brow lift.

Incision

Once you are resting peacefully, Dr. Craft will create an incision along the base of the nose where scarring will later be imperceptible.

Excision

Next, Dr. Craft will remove a small piece of skin and muscle in order to adjust the height of the philtrum. This will gently elevate the upper lip to its desired fullness.

Refining the lips’ contours

At this stage, Dr. Craft will perfect the shape of the upper lip, improving symmetry and refining the Cupid’s bow if necessary.

Closing the incision

Finally, Dr. Craft will close the incision using state-of-the-art techniques.

Recovery After a Lip Lift

A lip lift is a minor surgical procedure, so it comes with minimal downtime. Patients can typically resume work and most normal activities the day after their procedure. Mild swelling, bruising, and tenderness may be present in the treatment area. However, these symptoms fade quickly and can be alleviated through the use of pain medications and a cold compress. You should avoid strenuous exercise for the first few weeks in order to make sure that your incision heals properly and swelling is kept to a minimum.

Why Choose Dr. Craft for a Lip Lift?

Dr. Randall O. Craft, the founder of CraftMD, is a double-board-certified, Harvard-educated plastic and reconstructive surgeon with a refined eye for artistry and precision. He is also a prolific author who has contributed to numerous medical and scientific publications. Dr. Craft is devoted to patient safety and insists on natural-looking changes tailored to each individual’s unique vision for a beautiful, age-defying appearance. If you are in or near the Phoenix, AZ, area and are seeking a plastic surgeon with a reputation for excellence, contact CraftMD today to schedule your private, informative lip lift consultation.

Lip Lift In Phoenix