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Upper Lip Lift UK

Upper Lip Lift Surgery – Bullhorn Lip Lift in London UK by Mr Mark Gittos Plastic Surgeon

What is a Lip Lift Procedure?

Lip Lift Procedure or Upper Lip Lift is a procedure that can help reduce the distance or length of tissue between your nose and lips, more commonly known as the philtrum, A lip lift or lip lift can give your lips a plumper, more look. A lip lift surgery is a permanent lip treatment as to the results of using lip and can even provide a better result in some cases.

It is an ideal for you if you want your lips to look plump and rejuvenated but do not want to undergo frequent plumping procedures with . As you age, the ligaments and the skin lose their elasticity and begin to droop and sag. In places, the skin may stretch in of facial . The philtrum is a perfect of such facial . A long philtrum can cover your upper teeth and is an early sign of ageing.

But a long philtrum is not a problem that affects the aged skin alone. Some people are born with a relatively long philtrum that makes their lips seem thin. And lip will not help this situation as there is a limit to which you can increase the vertical length of your lips without them appearing like duck lips.

A lip lift procedure not only increases the amount of pink lip tissue that is exposed but also makes your upper teeth more visible, especially while your lips are resting, hence, giving you all the components to form the perfect OnabotulinumtoxinAAbobotulinumtoxinAIncobotulinumtoxinAPrabotulinumtoxinALetibotulinumtoxinARimabotulinumtoxinBHyaluronic Acid FillersCalcium Hydroxylapatite FillersPoly-L-lactic Acid FillersPolymethylmethacrylate FillersAutologous Fat GraftingForehead Lines TreatmentGlabellar Frown Lines TreatmentCrow's Feet TreatmentBunny Lines TreatmentChemical Brow LiftLip FlipGummy Smile CorrectionMasseter ReductionJaw SlimmingDimpled Chin SmoothingCobblestone Chin SmoothingNefertiti Neck LiftMicro-BotoxMesotoxHyperhidrosis TreatmentChronic Migraine ReliefBruxism TreatmentTMJ TreatmentCervical Dystonia TreatmentNeck Spasm TreatmentBlepharospasm TreatmentLip AugmentationLip ContouringCheekbone EnhancementTear Trough FillersNasolabial Fold SofteningMarionette Line FillersLiquid RhinoplastyNon-Surgical Nose JobJawline ContouringJawline DefinitionChin AugmentationTemple VolumisingHand RejuvenationAcne Scar Subcision Filling.

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Am I a good candidate for an Upper Lip Procedure?

A lip lift procedure is a cosmetic procedure that can change the of your face and how you are perceived by others. But before you decide to undergo the for its various benefits, you have to meet the criteria that allow you to be for the procedure. You may be an ideal candidate for the lip lift if:

Unlike most , the lip lift not only has strict eligibility but also strict ineligibility criteria. If you have the features, you, unfortunately, cannot undergo the lip lift procedure:

Apart from these features, having oral herpes and diabetes can be contraindications for the . You should speak to your doctor if you have these medical conditions and want to a lip lift procedure. Book an appointment now!

Benefits of Lip Lift Procedure

The lip lift has several physical and psychological as it the physical appearance of your lips which then your and self-esteem, along with your mental health. The improved and youthful appearance of your lips is bound to knock some years off your face. That coupled with of the philtrum is to make you look .

The of the lip lift procedure are not held back by age groups. Of course, it works wonders on aged skin and makes you look way than you are but philtrum length is also an issue for the youth. If you are young and have a long philtrum, then a lip lift procedure will reduce the size of the and give some volume to your relatively thin lips.

Steps of Lip Lift Procedure

The lip lift procedure is a that can take up to an hour but usually lasts only for twenty minutes to thirty minutes. The procedure is performed as an procedure meaning that you will be allowed to go home a couple of hours after the surgery.

The procedure begins with the of anesthesia and mostly, local anesthesia with sedation is used over general anesthesia. Your surgeon will let you know of the best option for you. After you have been anesthetized, your surgeon will make the first and begin the surgical process. Based on the type of incision, the lip lift procedure is divided into different types, all of which are mentioned below:

For this procedure, your surgeon will make the first just above the upper lip. Also known as lip lift, this procedure results in a more defined upper lip as the skin directly above the upper lip is pulled making the pink part of the upper lip look more prominent. The upper border of the lip is enhanced as well, and as the name describes, it looks like a gullwing.

Your will discuss the different types of lip lifts and which one is the best option for you, prior to the surgery. You can choose the one that fits you with the help of your doctor.

After the incisions are made, and the skin removed resulting in improved appearance of the lip, your surgeon will suture the incisions and that marks the end of your surgical procedure. You will be able to go home the same day, or you may have to stay overnight in the hospital, it will depend on your health factors and your general post-surgery.

Recovery from Upper Lip Procedure

The phase of the lip lift procedure is not as intensive as the recovery period of most . The from the will be in place for a week, and the period is generally two weeks long. Although the scars from the can take up to a year to fade away.

You should rest and stay at home for at least the first couple of days of your recovery period. You should avoid any sort of strenuous during this period, as it can put pressure on your and complicated the wound healing process. You should also abstain from smoking during this period as it can cause an infection which can negatively affect the process and result in prominent .

You should also be careful while as to not put any on your incisions by on your face. During the period, it is better to avoid opening your mouth really wide when yawning and such as that also can the . An impaired healing process is bound to alter the results and ruin the aesthetics of the face completely.

Apart from this, your surgeon will give you a list of you need to take to ensure that you heal properly. You will also be to use a smaller toothbrush and to be careful while brushing your teeth. It is important for proper of the incisions that you follow the of your .

Risks and Complications of Lip Lift Procedure

A lip lift is a surgical procedure, and like all procedures, there are a few risks and complications that are associated with it. Some of the of the lip lift procedure are below:

Most of these risks and can be by choosing to undergo the lip lift procedure under the care of a surgeon. Moreover, you should the potential risks in detail, with your surgeon prior to the surgery, so that you can weigh in the pros and cons of the and see if it is the right fit for you. Book a consultation now to speak to our and highly skilled plastic and cosmetic surgeons.

Your Lip Lift Journey

This is the first step of your lip lift journey. During this period, you should be candid with your surgeon about your expectations and goals for the so that the can recommend the best way for you to these goals. Also, it is during this phase that your will assess you to make sure you meet the eligibility .

The lip lift can take anywhere between twenty minutes to an hour and is usually performed under local anesthesia. For the procedure, your surgeon will choose one of the six incision techniques on your lower face structure and your expectations. After the first incision is made, your surgeon will remove excess philtrum, pulling the upper lip upwards in the process. This step ends with your surgeon suturing the .

The recovery period lasts only for a couple of weeks, although the scars can take a year to fade away. During this period, you should from putting any on the incision by either sleeping on your face, performing strenuous activities, or . Any extra pressure can ruin the results of the procedure and should be avoided completely.

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Why Choose Dr. Mark Gittos?

 is a board-certified specialist surgeon who values satisfaction and overall health over everything else. He has from the United States of America, the United Kingdom, and Australia. Being a and highly-skilled surgeon, he can help your results from a are . His caring and nature will put you at ease and make you feel comfortable.

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About Mr Mark Gittos FRACS (Plast) – London Plastic Surgeons 

 offers high quality, natural-looking cosmetic surgery results and is highly experienced in ,  and  having performed over 4000 in the last 26 years. 

With  is an expert in breast, face and body surgery for men & women. 

Mr Mark Gittos is a Specialist and a practice in London UK and New Zealand. His practice focuses on both and procedures, each designed to help restore, or change a physical characteristic or problem. The first step in every case is to talk through your personal requirements and all the options, before deciding on the most effective .

Naturally, before any treatment is begun, we will clearly the advantages and risk factors; so that you have the information you need to make an informed that is best for you. Visit the to find out more.

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