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  • Lip Lift

    A Lip Lift is a surgical procedure to reduce the distance between the base of the nose and the upper border of the lip to produce a more aesthetically pleasing balance to the facial features and a more youthful appearance.

The Lip Lift Procedure

The upper lip extends from the base of the nose to the vermillion border of the upper lip. Men tend to have longer upper lips than women and the length of the lip tends to increase with age. As the lip lengthens, it may appear flatter and there is less visibility of the upper teeth when you smile.

Surgery Time

1 hour

Anaesthetic

Local

Hospital Stay

Day case

Time Off Work

1 week

Full Recovery

4 weeks

A Lip Lift is a surgical operation to reduce the length of the upper lip, to improve facial balance. It also addresses ageing changes by increasing the proportion of the vermillion without using temporary dermal fillers and reverses the downward turn of the lips that is also a common concern. It also increases the amount of upper tooth visibility when you smile.

Am I a good candidate for Lip Lift surgery?

  • You feel that your upper lip area is too long and appears unattractive; in women this can make you look more masculine.
  • You’ve noticed that your lip has got longer over time which creates an ageing appearance
  • The upper lip has become thinner and more downturned as you’ve got older
  • You are interested in a more permanent alternative to temporary dermal fillers

Mr Juling Ong’s expertise as a facial reconstructive surgeon means he is highly skilled in producing a subtle improvement that achieves a more attractive appearance to the mid-face, with minimal scarring that should not be noticeable when fully healed. Mr Ong will carefully plan the procedure to adjust the lip area’s projection, shape and volume. He will take into account your individual facial characteristics to determine how much lift will produce a natural result.

Lip augmentation with hyaluronic acid dermal fillers is a very popular treatment to enhance and volumise the lips, but the improvement is temporary and also increases the outward projection of the lips at the same time, often resulting in an unnatural appearance.

Mr Juling Ong will usually perform Lip Lift surgery under a local anaesthetic to block the nerves in the area and the operation typically takes less than an hour. A strip of skin is removed under the base of the nose, following the shape of the columella. This is shaped like a bullhorn which is why the procedure is sometimes referred to as a Bullhorn Lift.

Soft tissue at a deeper level is also released so there is less chance of the scar stretching when healed and there is no distortion of the base of the nose. The wound is closed with fine sutures that will need to be removed after a week.

A Lip Lift can be combined with either lip fillers or lipofilling using microcannulas if more lip volume is required.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is a Lip Lift painful?

Local anaesthetic injections numb the whole area and no pain is felt during the procedure. In the first few days after surgery, there will be a moderate degree of discomfort that will be well controlled with over-the-counter painkillers.

What is the recovery like after a Lip Lift?

The area will be swollen initially but that should quickly subside. Mr Juling Ong will advise a soft diet for the first week or so. You will also be advised to avoid any strenuous activities for the first two weeks.

What scarring can you expect after a Lip Lift?

The incision closely follows the shape of the columella and scarring should not be noticeable when healed. It should fully flatten and fade at 12 months.

Are there any risks to a Lip Lift?

Possible risks are rare but include infection, delayed healing, asymmetry, poor scarring and distortion of the base of the nose and nostrils.

During your consultation, Mr Juling Ong will explain all potential risks and discuss your treatment options in full. Please call us on‬ 020 7927 6528 or email us at info@julingong.com to arrange an appointment.

The Lip Lift Procedure

The upper lip extends from the base of the nose to the vermillion border of the upper lip. Men tend to have longer upper lips than women and the length of the lip tends to increase with age. As the lip lengthens, it may appear flatter and there is less visibility of the upper teeth when you smile.

Surgery Time

1 hour

Anaesthetic

Local

Hospital Stay

Day case

Time Off Work

1 week

Full Recovery

4 weeks

A Lip Lift is a surgical operation to reduce the length of the upper lip, to improve facial balance. It also addresses ageing changes by increasing the proportion of the vermillion without using temporary dermal fillers and reverses the downward turn of the lips that is also a common concern. It also increases the amount of upper tooth visibility when you smile.

Am I a good candidate for Lip Lift surgery?

  • You feel that your upper lip area is too long and appears unattractive; in women this can make you look more masculine.
  • You’ve noticed that your lip has got longer over time which creates an ageing appearance
  • The upper lip has become thinner and more downturned as you’ve got older
  • You are interested in a more permanent alternative to temporary dermal fillers

Mr Juling Ong’s expertise as a facial reconstructive surgeon means he is highly skilled in producing a subtle improvement that achieves a more attractive appearance to the mid-face, with minimal scarring that should not be noticeable when fully healed. Mr Ong will carefully plan the procedure to adjust the lip area’s projection, shape and volume. He will take into account your individual facial characteristics to determine how much lift will produce a natural result.

Lip augmentation with hyaluronic acid dermal fillers is a very popular treatment to enhance and volumise the lips, but the improvement is temporary and also increases the outward projection of the lips at the same time, often resulting in an unnatural appearance.

Mr Juling Ong will usually perform Lip Lift surgery under a local anaesthetic to block the nerves in the area and the operation typically takes less than an hour. A strip of skin is removed under the base of the nose, following the shape of the columella. This is shaped like a bullhorn which is why the procedure is sometimes referred to as a Bullhorn Lift.

Soft tissue at a deeper level is also released so there is less chance of the scar stretching when healed and there is no distortion of the base of the nose. The wound is closed with fine sutures that will need to be removed after a week.

A Lip Lift can be combined with either lip fillers or lipofilling using microcannulas if more lip volume is required.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is a Lip Lift painful?

Local anaesthetic injections numb the whole area and no pain is felt during the procedure. In the first few days after surgery, there will be a moderate degree of discomfort that will be well controlled with over-the-counter painkillers.

What is the recovery like after a Lip Lift?

The area will be swollen initially but that should quickly subside. Mr Juling Ong will advise a soft diet for the first week or so. You will also be advised to avoid any strenuous activities for the first two weeks.

What scarring can you expect after a Lip Lift?

The incision closely follows the shape of the columella and scarring should not be noticeable when healed. It should fully flatten and fade at 12 months.

Are there any risks to a Lip Lift?

Possible risks are rare but include infection, delayed healing, asymmetry, poor scarring and distortion of the base of the nose and nostrils.

During your consultation, Mr Juling Ong will explain all potential risks and discuss your treatment options in full. Please call us on‬ 020 7927 6528 or email us at info@julingong.com to arrange an appointment.

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Paul lawson
Paul lawson
13:19 05 Sep 22
Absolutely fabulous surgeon. Very caring and relaxing to be with. He fixed my nose after a serious accident. Could... recommend him higherread more
Chris mast
Chris mast
09:44 23 Oct 21
Highly skilled professional surgeon,don't hesitate to send your child to be reviewed by Dr Ong. Very impressed with the... outcome for my daughter..read more
tiantian
tiantian
23:49 08 Jun 21
I saw Dr Juling for a very complicated problem from the past with multiple corrections before.I can tell for sure now... he is one of the best surgeons I can find in London! I had few consultations with him before the surgery. Comparing to other surgeons, he is confident, high skilled, patient and a good listener. All consultations including free follow up were almost 1 hour long without any rush at all,We finally decided to do few procedures including a facelift to address my concerns and repair the face.Fast forward to the day, he made a very detailed & tailored plan. Despite it involves a standard facelift, he didn’t cut into my hairline.I was able to meet friends from day 3. Despite expected swelling, my incision is so short and neat. All my friends would want to see him now. Comparing my incision to some “famous surgeon work”, I can clearly tell how talent he is. My incision is way more short and neat. There is no tension at all at surface level.Juling has the best manner too. He never judges me but listens to my concern and works with me. Whenever I email him my concerns, he always gets back to me so quickly and provides detailed suggestions/advices. I feel incredibly lucky to find him, and I will go no one else if I need anything in future. His work is incredible, amazing and much better than some heavily advertised, highly charged surgeons. I strongly recommend you seeing him if you need anything done/fixed and want to find a kind heart, professional and super talented surgeon.read more
natasha friend
natasha friend
19:13 27 Sep 20
An experienced and professional doctor. He took the time to ensure I understood everything, and had a calm and... friendly manner. I would highly recommend a consultation with him.read more
kate morgan
kate morgan
11:51 25 Sep 20
Would highly recommend mr Ong he was very professional and was able to explain things in a way that puts the parents at... ease and feel reassured. mr Ong was recommended to me by a friend and I would certainly recommend him.read more
Marialeta Moumtzoglou
Marialeta Moumtzoglou
19:58 21 Sep 20
Excellent doctor. Would highly recommend. Personable and friendly, but most importantly exceptional in his field.
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Member of American Society of Plastic Surgeons
Member of BAAPS
Member of BAPRAS

Craniofacial and Paediatric Plastic Surgeon

020 7927 6528
info@julingong.com
BOOK A CONSULTATION

NHS & Private

  • Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children

Private Clinics

  • The Consulting Suite
  • 9 Harley Street

Private Hospitals

  • The Portland Hospital
  • The Wellington Hospital
  • The Weymouth Hospital

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