Lip Lift or Fillers? Why Surgery Might Be a Better Option

Do you have thin or uneven lips? Perhaps you'd just like a little more volume in your smile. For patients who are looking for lip augmentation, there are a few different options: fillers and injections, implants, and surgical lip lifts. Plump full lips are at the top of the wish list for many patients here at Vado Plastic Surgery. Let's take a closer look at the lip lift and see why surgery may be the better option for you.

What Is a Lip Lift?

A lip lift is a surgical procedure that uses small incisions to lift and tighten the upper lip skin between your lip and nose. A surgeon can make a variety of cuts in different shapes to change the end result of your lip lift.

Different Kinds of Lip Lifts

Depending on the look you'd like to achieve (a more "smiley" resting face, fuller lips, more defined lips), your plastic surgeon may recommend different types of lip lifts to you. Here at Vado Plastic Surgery, we will take your ideal look into consideration and adjust the procedure to fit your needs.

Lip Lift Recovery Time

This is a fairly simple surgery and is often done with a local anesthetic. You should refrain from using your lips when possible and avoid excessive stretching or pulling. This may be difficult as you try to eat, talk, and brush your teeth in the days after your surgery; however, it is very important that you try to follow your surgeon's post-operative recovery instructions. You can expect to resume normal day-to-day activities about five days after your surgery.

Lip Lift Before and After Photos

Everyone's lips are different, so it's pretty difficult to judge your own potential based on another person's before and after. However, it can be helpful to see what a great job Dr. Z does with his lip lifts when it comes to minimal scarring and the natural appearance of the lips.

Repeat Fillers vs. a Lip Lift

Fillers can get expensive over time, especially since they need to be repeated every one to two months. If you think you'd like to stop making so many visits with an injection specialist, a permanent lip lift is probably the way to go. If you have any other questions about the difference between fillers and a surgical lift, schedule a consult with our Orlando plastic surgery team today.

Schedule a Lip Lift in Orlando Today

Here at Vado Plastic Surgery, we want you to love the way you look. Dr. Z can help you achieve the perfect lips you've been dreaming of - all without the frustrating upkeep of fillers. Call our Orlando office to get a consultation scheduled today; the sooner we connect with you, the sooner your lips will be perfectly sculpted and shaped how you'd like them!