Lip Lift San Diego Neck - Amir Karam MD

Lip Lift

Located in San Diego and serving patients from across the world

As part of Dr. Karam’s commitment to total and comprehensive facial rejuvenation, the lip lift has become a valuable addition to the Vertical Restore® experience. It brings a truly age-defying outcome that extends from the forehead to the lips.

Restore Youthful, Balanced Lips with Vertical Restore

Aging often brings subtle but significant changes to the lips, such as lengthening the upper lip, which can reveal more white lips than red lips and conceal the upper teeth. When combined with the Vertical Restore procedure, the lip lift beautifully restores balance to the face, enhancing your overall youthful look.

Together, these procedures can rejuvenate your appearance without altering the natural harmony of your features. Reach out today to learn how a combined Vertical Restore and lip lift treatment plan can transform your look.

What is a Lip Lift?

A lip lift is a cosmetic surgical procedure that shortens the space between the upper lip and the base of the nose, creating a fuller, more youthful upper lip.

This procedure is ideal for individuals with elongated upper lips due to aging or genetics. An elongated upper lip can cover the upper teeth and give a thinner, less defined lip appearance.

A lip lift enhances the volume and shape of the upper lip by raising it, giving it a more prominent red lip and often making the smile appear brighter.

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How a Lip Lift is Performed

The procedure is typically performed under local anesthesia with sedation, though general anesthesia can be used if combined with other facial procedures.

A tiny incision is made along the natural curve at the base of the nose, sometimes referred to as a "bullhorn" or "subnasal" incision. This strategic placement ensures that any scarring will be subtle and concealed within the natural contours of the nose.

Next, a small strip of skin is removed from the upper lip, and the lip is lifted and sutured into its new, elevated position. Doing so shortens the philtrum (the area between the nose and lip), raises the upper lip slightly, and exposes more of the red (vermillion) lip, giving it a fuller, youthful look.

Who Can Benefit from a Lip Lift with Vertical Restore?

A lip lift is ideal for patients who want to address specific aging changes in the lips as part of their overall facial rejuvenation. During your consultation, Dr. Karam will take the time to understand your goals and design a treatment plan tailored to your unique aesthetic vision.

Ideal candidates for a combined Vertical Restore and lip lift include those who:

Seek comprehensive facial rejuvenation from forehead to chin
Experience lip thinning and an elongated upper lip
Desire a more youthful smile with balanced, natural results
Are in good physical and mental health and are nonsmokers or willing to quit before surgery

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Why Add a Lip Lift to Vertical Restore?

Over time, lips can lose volume and elongate, creating an aged appearance. A lip lift brings balance back to the face by lifting the upper lip, exposing more of the natural red lip, and making your smile more youthful and inviting.
Because it is performed under local anesthesia or IV sedation, the lip lift is a relatively minor addition to the Vertical Restore procedure, yet it has a major impact on enhancing your youthful look.
Dr. Karam’s advanced surgical techniques allow for shortening the upper lip with virtually no visible scar, seamlessly integrating with the results of Vertical Restore.

Combining a lip lift with Vertical Restore creates a refreshed and balanced facial aesthetic, addressing all areas impacted by aging. Dr. Karam achieves a natural, age-defying transformation with both procedures by restoring the face and lips to a more youthful position and proportion.

Recovery and Results

After your combined Vertical Restore and lip lift procedure, you can expect some initial swelling, bruising, and tenderness, which are all normal. Dr. Karam will provide you with instructions and medication to help ease any discomfort. Using a cold compress and keeping your head elevated can help reduce initial swelling.

Most patients find that the recovery period for both procedures is manageable, with most swelling and redness subsiding within one to two weeks. As the area continues to heal, your rejuvenated look will become more apparent, revealing fuller, natural lips that enhance your beautiful, youthful face.

The combination of the lip lift and Vertical Restore offers a striking yet natural improvement to your overall facial appearance. This approach provides a harmonious result that not only turns back the clock but also respects your unique facial features. With this transformative combination, Dr. Karam's patients can experience renewed confidence, knowing they look as youthful and vibrant as they feel.

Choose Dr. Karam for the Confidence of Natural, Beautiful Results

Dr. Amir Karam has dedicated his career to the art and science of facial plastic surgery, establishing himself as a leader in facial rejuvenation with a reputation for creating natural and enduring results.

With double board certifications from the American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery and the American Board of Otolaryngology, Dr. Karam brings unparalleled skill and expertise to each procedure. He has performed over 6,000 successful surgeries, blending innovative techniques, such as his proprietary Vertical Restore and Vertical Prevent methods, with a highly personalized approach that addresses each patient's unique needs.

Beyond his extensive surgical experience, Dr. Karam is also a distinguished author, educator, and innovator in the field. He has published a wealth of research, contributed to numerous surgical textbooks, and spoken at prestigious conferences worldwide. His practice, Carmel Valley Facial Plastic Surgery, has become a premier destination for individuals seeking expert facial rejuvenation in San Diego and beyond.

Dr. Karam’s philosophy centers around enhancing his patients' quality of life through meticulous, comprehensive care that respects and preserves their natural beauty. Discover how Dr. Karam’s unique expertise can transform your appearance by booking a consultation with us today.

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