Enhance your smile and facial balance with a lip lift at Bellevue Plastic Surgeons. Dr. George Marosan expertly reshapes the upper lip to address concerns like thin lips, an elongated philtrum, aging-related lip sagging, and lack of tooth show when smiling. Achieve fuller, more youthful lips with this procedure, performed by a highly experienced plastic surgeon.
Overview
A lip lift is a surgical procedure that can enhance the shape and fullness of your upper lip. By shortening the space between your nose and upper lip (the philtrum), a lip lift gives your lips a naturally fuller, more youthful appearance. This procedure can improve your smile by showing more teeth and increasing lip visibility. If you’re bothered by thin or sagging lips or if aging has affected your lip shape, a lip lift can elevate your facial harmony and balance.
Benefits:
- Creates fuller, more defined lips
- Shortens the distance between the nose and upper lip
- Enhances overall facial balance and harmony
- Improves the appearance of a youthful smile
- Provides long-lasting, natural results
- Requires minimal recovery time compared to other procedures
- Offers a permanent solution for lip shape enhancement without fillers
Visualize Your Results
With Vectra 3D technology at Bellevue Plastic Surgeons, you can visualize the potential results of your lip lift before surgery.
This imaging system captures a detailed 3D image of your face, allowing you and Dr. Marosan to explore different outcomes and customize the procedure to your unique goals. During your consultation, you’ll see how subtle adjustments can enhance your lips and overall appearance, offering a realistic preview of your post-surgery results.
During Surgery
During your lip lift surgery, Dr. Marosan begins by carefully marking the area beneath your nose to define where the incision will be made. After administering local anesthesia, he removes a small strip of skin just below the nostrils, shortening the distance between your nose and upper lip. Dr. Marosan sutures the incision to ensure minimal scarring and a natural-looking result. The entire procedure takes about an hour, and you’ll be able to return home the same day.
After Surgery
You can expect some swelling, bruising, and mild discomfort around the incision area, which is normal and subsides within a few days. Dr. Marosan will provide detailed aftercare instructions, including how to keep the area clean and when to take medications. Most patients return to normal activities within a week, although strenuous exercise should be avoided for two weeks. As swelling decreases, your results will gradually become more visible, with the final outcome appearing in about 2-3 months.
Frequently Asked
Questions
How Natural Are the Results?
The results of a lip lift look natural because Dr. Marosan uses advanced techniques to maintain the harmony of your facial features. The procedure enhances your lips’ shape without making them appear overly full or artificial.
Is There Visible Scarring?
Dr. Marosan strategically places the incision just below the nostrils, where it is easily hidden in the natural creases of the skin. Over time, the scar fades and becomes nearly invisible.
How Long Does the Procedure Take?
A lip lift typically takes one hour to complete, depending on your specific anatomy.
Is the Procedure Painful?
You’ll receive local anesthesia, which numbs the area and ensures you feel comfortable throughout the surgery. Afterward, you may experience mild discomfort, but this can be managed with pain medication prescribed by Dr. Marosan.
Why Choose Dr. Marosan?
- Board-certified plastic surgeon with over 30 years of experience in facial and body aesthetic procedures
- Recognized for his artistry and precision in lip lift surgery, enhancing lip shape, improving facial balance, and restoring youthful proportions
- Offers expertly tailored lip lift techniques that shorten the distance between the nose and upper lip for a more defined, elegant smile
- Combines lip lifts with other facial rejuvenation procedures—like facelifts or chin enhancement—for natural, harmonious results
- Personally plans and performs each procedure, ensuring the highest level of customized care
- Available 24/7 after surgery to support you throughout your recovery journey and provide peace of mind
- Performs all surgeries using gentle intravenous sedation, eliminating the need for general anesthesia
- Operates in a fully accredited, private on-site surgical suite designed for safety, comfort, and efficiency
- Utilizes a rapid recovery protocol that minimizes downtime and supports a smooth healing process
- Holds staff privileges at Overlake Medical Center, ensuring seamless care if hospital services are required
- Esteemed member of ASPS, ASAPS, and ISAPS—prestigious global organizations that require certification by The American Board of Plastic Surgery
