Am I An Ideal Candidate For Lip Lift Surgery?
During your consultation for lip lift surgery in Atlanta, Dr. Killingsworth and his team of plastic surgery professionals will discuss your procedure goals, as well as evaluate your health history in order to determine if you are an ideal candidate. The ideal candidate for lip lift surgery is in good overall health, a non-smoker, and has realistic expectations concerning the results of their procedure. Patients who have a short philtrum are not typically good candidates for this procedure.
If you struggle from loss of volume, lip lines, wrinkles, or are tired of keeping up with lip fillers, lip lift surgery may be right for you. Lip lift surgery is ideal for both older patients looking to rejuvenate their lip appearance, as well as younger patients who are looking to augment their lip appearance. Additionally, lip lift surgery can help correct the appearance of asymmetrical lips. At Astra Plastic Surgery, we customize each lip lift treatment plan to meet the specific needs of each patient.
What Should I Expect During Lip Lift Surgery?
Lip lift surgery is most commonly performed under local anesthesia. During lip lift surgery, a small incision will be placed at the base of the nose. The skin is then carefully tucked up to lift the upper lip. By strategically placing the incision in this area, patients will notice little-to-no scarring. Before sending you home, an antibiotic ointment will be applied to promote healing.
What Should I Expect After Lip Lift Surgery?
Before sending you home after lip lift surgery, Dr. Killingsworth and his team of plastic surgery professionals will provide you with detailed aftercare instructions. It is important that patients follow these directions with care in order to minimize the recovery period and maximize their results. Each patient who undergoes lip lift surgery will experience a different healing rate.
Following lip lift surgery, patients can expect to experience mild-to-moderate discomfort, swelling, and bruising. However, these symptoms will subside in the days following the procedure. Any pain can be treated with over-the-counter medications. It is recommended that patients keep the incision site clean and covered to help expedite the recovery process. Additionally, patients should avoid any heavy lifting or strenuous activity.