Recently, non-surgical approaches like dermal fillers and lip flip Toronto have become increasingly popular. They can help achieve natural-looking augmented lips, but the disadvantage is that the results are temporary. To maintain the augmented look, you will need to repeat the treatment. This can sound like a hassle. A lip lift is a surgical approach that makes subtle changes which bring about a dramatic change in appearance. It helps achieve a well-proportioned mouth with lip fullness. Undergoing cosmetic surgery is not an easy decision, here is all you need to know about it to make an informed decision.

Why should you consider a lip lift?
With time lips can develop lines, lose volume and become thinner. Some people are also born with thin lips. Injectable fillers can add volume. This is a short-term solution. A lip lift is a long-term solution that provides the effect of a long-lasting fuller upper lip without getting fillers. During the consultation, the space above the upper lip will be mentioned. The surgery will be planned based on that. In the surgery, the sspac3e under the nose is shrunk by turning the upper lip slightly outward. More of the pink area is shown as the result.

What happens during the lip lift?
For the lip lift, the patient is put under general anaesthesia. The surgery lasts for about 30 minutes. Before starting the surgery, the surgeon will draw a few lines on the skin which is a blueprint of what will happen in the surgery. While in surgery, a small incision is made at the nose’s base. This incision is in the shape of a bullhorn. The surgeon will remove a thin section of skin and tiny sutures are used to close this space. This allows the upper lip to elevate.

What does recovery after a lip lift look like?
Having an idea about the recovery will help you prepare better for the surgery. Once you’ve woken up and feel up to it, you can return home or to the hotel with a family member or a friend. Before leaving the clinic, you will be provided with a prescription for painkillers and antibiotics. You will also be given a list of instructions you need to follow for a smooth recovery. It is recommended to take about 7 to 10 days off before you can resume your routine. In the meanwhile, avoid bending over or doing any strenuous exercise for about 3 weeks. This is advised because the activities can increase blood pressure, which can cause bleeding and swelling.

After the surgery, you might experience discomfort and swelling. This will peak by the fourth day. After two weeks, it will begin to settle. In the meanwhile, it is recommended to have a soft diet and avoid opening the mouth widely at least for about a week. As the lips are sensitive there might be residual swelling or changes in sensation. It could last for a couple of months. With time, the scar would also become invisible.