Also known as: Surgical lip augmentation, Gullwing lip lift, Bull horn lip lift.
A lip lift is a surgical technique used to correct drooping or elongated lips.
The surgery can be performed using several different techniques, but all involve cutting and repositioning the tissues of the upper lip.
OVERVIEW
Do you want to enhance your lips with a natural, long-lasting result? Lip lift surgery could be the perfect solution. Kliniken offers this innovative procedure at our state-of-the-art clinic in Harrogate, Yorkshire, to help patients achieve their desired look. We’re committed to delivering personalised care and beautiful outcomes for everyone who walks through our doors. Whether you’re after a subtle enhancement or a more defined look, we’ll create fuller, natural-looking lips that suit your features. Read further to learn the basics of lip lift surgery, its benefits, and why Kliniken is the best choice for your transformation.
Lip lift surgery is a cosmetic surgery designed to shorten the distance between the upper lip and nose, enhancing the shape and overall appearance of lips. Unlike fillers, which add temporary volume, a lip lift offers permanent lip enhancement by adjusting the upper lip’s natural positioning. The procedure is often called an upper lip lift or bullhorn lip lift due to the shape of an incision made just beneath the nose. Its goal is to reveal more of the pink part of your lip and create a fuller, more youthful appearance. If you want a subtle yet long-lasting lip augmentation, a lip lift is the perfect alternative to fillers or other temporary treatments.
You might wonder if lip lift surgery is right for you. While this treatment has gained popularity for its impressive results, there are several factors to consider before scheduling the procedure. During your consultation at Kliniken, our UK-trained plastic surgeons will assess your facial structure and aesthetic goals to determine if you’re a good fit. Most of our lip lift patients are hoping to achieve the following:
Why are more and more people choosing lip lift surgery? It’s simple: the procedure delivers impressive results that provide both cosmetic and emotional benefits. They include:
The entire lip lift procedure takes about an hour to complete. Moreover, it doesn’t require an overnight stay, so you can return home to recover shortly after the anesthetic wears off. The process includes:
Recovery from lip lift surgery is straightforward, especially under the expert guidance of our Kliniken team. After the procedure, you may experience mild swelling or discomfort, but that should subside within a week. During recovery, you’ll see gradual improvements as the swelling reduces and your lips settle into their new shape. Here’s how to manage your recovery effectively:
At Kliniken, we believe that cosmetic treatments should be accessible and transparent. So, while the price of your lip lift surgery may differ from another patient’s cost, we’ll provide a clear estimate based on your procedure’s complexity from the beginning. Most lip enhancements cost between £2,150 and £5,800, but we guarantee you’ll receive exceptional value for your investment.
Kliniken is a trusted name in Harrogate and throughout Yorkshire for specialised aesthetic procedures. Our experienced team delivers tailored solutions, prioritising safety, care, and beautifully natural outcomes. We’ll treat you as an individual, ensuring a bespoke approach that fits your needs. With years of experience performing lip augmentation for fuller lips, we’ve earned a reputation for outstanding results and supportive care.
Are you thinking about lip lift surgery? Kliniken is here to help in Harrogate. Whether you’re ready to book your surgery or just want more information, we’re happy to answer your questions. So, contact us today to take the first step toward achieving your aesthetic goals.
Find answers to our frequently asked questions
Patients can typically have a lip lift performed and go home the same day.
Patients can have the procedure under local anaesthetic & sedation (where you are asleep and breathe for yourself) or can be asleep with a general anaesthetic.
The incision for a lip lift in the crease at the base of the nose under the nostrils.
The skin is removed and the scar is hidden in the natural crease around the nostrils and base of the nose.
A lip lift is likely to benefit those with previously fuller lips that have thinned with time with little of the “red” surface of the lip visible.
This may be for a number of reasons most commonly, age-related.
As patients get older, the area on the upper lip including the skin and muscle may begin to elongate due to gravity, resulting in a gradual decrease in the volume of the upper lip, that then looks thinner.
Those who wear lipstick may notice that less can be applied and so contributes to an aged look.
The signs of ageing include the various structures around the face drooping, so once a youthful face with the inverted triangular shape with most mass around the cheeks, shifts to the triangular structure with more emphasis at the bottom of the face, near the jawline.
One of the most effective ways of demonstrating this is to compare photos of the patient in their early 20’s to the present.
When patients come into the clinic, our UK-trained plastic surgeon makes a full assessment of the patient.
This includes any relevant history, including reasons for surgery and a thorough examination of the nose and the upper lip itself.
Part of this process is explaining to the patients what can be done, why, and what to expect, based on each patients’ anatomy and suitability for surgery for a lip lift.
Patients are put into a “We see you in one week after surgery” to check on the patients and remove any visible stitches.
The swelling starts to come down gradually from 48 hours after surgery and within a few weeks patients feel brighter and fresher.
Once safe, patients are let out of the clinic with close follow up arranged to ensure improvements would happen as anticipated.
One alternative to a surgical lip lift is the use of fillers which may be either synthetic which is temporary or use of natural ones such as fat.
This can provide a method to deal with the lost volume but does not adequately address the increased distance between the base of the nose and lip.
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A quick discussion over the phone, send over photos, questions and discussion, visit the clinic and treatment can be in same day.
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Consultant Plastic Surgeon (Head & Neck Surgery)
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