Lip Lift McLean, VA | Mesbahi Plastic Surgery

Understanding Lip Lift Surgery

Board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Alex Mesbahi offers advanced lip lift surgery at Mesbahi Plastic Surgery in McLean, VA. This precision procedure enhances the definition of the upper lip by removing a small amount of tissue from the philtrum and creating an elevated profile.

Benefits of Lip Lift Surgery

• Advanced surgical techniques
• Personalized treatment planning
• Natural-looking results
• Long-lasting upper lip enhancement

Ideal Candidates

Candidates for lip lift surgery include healthy individuals 18 years and older seeking to enhance upper lip contours. Dr. Mesbahi conducts comprehensive facial assessments to develop customized treatment strategies tailored to individual aesthetic goals.

Surgical Procedure Details

The outpatient lip lift procedure typically takes less than one hour and utilizes general or local anesthesia. Dr. Mesbahi carefully removes a bullhorn-shaped skin strip beneath the nose, elevating and suturing the tissue to create a symmetrical, fuller upper lip profile.

Recovery and Expectations

Patients can expect mild pulling sensations for 2-3 days and potential swelling for up to two weeks. Over-the-counter pain management and cold compresses can help manage post-surgical discomfort. A follow-up appointment will be scheduled to remove stitches.

Surgical Advantages

Unlike temporary dermal fillers, a surgical lip lift offers more permanent and natural-looking results. The procedure provides long-lasting enhancement by removing excess skin and creating a more defined upper lip contour.

Potential Combination Treatments

Patients may combine lip lift surgery with additional facial rejuvenation treatments such as wrinkle relaxers or cosmetic injectables to achieve comprehensive aesthetic improvements.

For more information about Lip Lift in McLean, VA, submit an enquiry to Mesbahi Plastic Surgery.