As we age, the skin gradually loses elasticity, leading to stretching and sagging in various facial areas—including the lips. Many people notice that their upper lip appears longer with age, as the space between the nose and the upper lip lengthens. This often coincides with less visibility of the upper teeth when smiling and downturned corners of the mouth. At Eden Plastic Surgery Institute in Miami, Florida, we offer lip lift surgery to correct these age-related changes and restore a youthful, balanced look to the lips.
How Aging Affects the Lips
The lips often reveal early signs of aging, especially in women. Full, youthful lips may become thinner, develop vertical lines around the mouth, and begin to droop at the corners. The upper lip can elongate, hiding the upper teeth and disrupting overall facial harmony. While dermal fillers and cosmetic injections can temporarily add volume, they do not shorten an elongated upper lip. A lip lift provides a more lasting solution, rejuvenating the lips and restoring youthful proportions to the lower face.
Lip Enhancement Plastic Surgery
Ali Charafeddine, MD, is a board-certified plastic surgeon trained at the Mayo Clinic and Cleveland Clinic who is known for his meticulous technique and natural results. He performs lip lift surgery at our Miami clinic using advanced methods to safely and precisely elevate the upper lip.
During the procedure, a small incision is hidden at the base of the nose (the columella). Excess skin is removed, and the upper lip is gently lifted to reduce the vertical length while revealing more of the pink vermilion border. This subtle lift makes the upper lip appear fuller, improves tooth show when smiling, smooths vertical lines, and lifts downturned corners of the mouth.
There are several lip lift variations, which Dr. Charafeddine customizes to enhance each patient’s unique lip shape and facial proportions. Some patients may also choose to combine their lip lift with autologous fat grafting for added volume and definition.
Schedule Your Lip Lift Consultation
If you are ready to rejuvenate your lips and restore a youthful, harmonious smile, contact Eden Plastic Surgery Institute in Miami to schedule a consultation with Dr. Ali Charafeddine. Our team specializes in natural, elegant lip enhancement procedures designed to refresh your appearance with lasting results.