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Lip Lift Plastic Surgery
As we age, the upper lip can lengthen, thin, and lose definition, making the mouth look flatter and older than it once did. A lip lift addresses exactly that — shortening and lifting the upper lip to restore a younger, smoother, more defined appearance, with no reliance on temporary fillers. Dr. Erez Dayan performs lip lift plastic surgery at Avance Plastic Surgery Institute in Reno/Tahoe, NV.
A lip lift hinges on a single, precisely placed incision and a millimeter-level sense of proportion — the difference between a natural, refreshed mouth and an overdone one — and that precision is where Dr. Erez Dayan excels. Voted Best Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeon in Nevada, he is board-certified and completed the Harvard Plastic Surgery Program, serving as Chief Resident at Massachusetts General Hospital, before an elite aesthetic fellowship at the Dallas Plastic Surgery Institute, where he was one of only two surgeons selected. Medical Director of Avance Plastic Surgery Institute, Dr. Dayan routinely uses advanced techniques to sculpt and enhance the lips while leaving little evidence of surgery behind. The lip lift is one of the practice’s lip cosmetic procedures.
How a Lip Lift Rejuvenates the Upper Lip
A lip lift addresses the upper lip to correct sagging and, when needed, add volume. Dr. Dayan typically places a small incision in the crease just beneath the nose and shortens the skin of the upper lip, lifting it for a more youthful appearance. As the lip is raised, it also turns slightly outward, enhancing the pleasing, fuller aesthetic. The small scar, hidden in the natural crease beneath the nose, fades over time to become practically unnoticeable.
“A lip lift is one of those procedures where a few millimeters change everything. Placing the incision precisely beneath the nose lets me shorten and lift the upper lip naturally — the mouth looks younger, but it still moves and smiles like yours.” — Dr. Erez Dayan
Adding Definition with Fat Grafting
In some cases, Dr. Dayan uses liposuction to obtain a small amount of fat for fat grafting, adding volume to the upper lip for a smoother appearance. This can provide definition that a lift alone sometimes cannot, creating a balanced, natural result. Whether a lift alone or a lift with fat grafting is right for you is determined during your consultation.
What to Expect During Recovery
After surgery, the lips will be swollen, but this fades quickly — usually within a week to ten days. By about two weeks, your complete results are evident and any discomfort should be gone. Your lips will look young and smooth with no restrictions on movement or expression, and Dr. Dayan provides aftercare instructions and follow-up to ensure a complete recovery.
Frequently Asked Questions About Lip Lift Surgery
What does a lip lift do?
A lip lift shortens and lifts the upper lip to correct age-related sagging and lengthening, restoring a younger, smoother, more defined appearance. As the lip lifts, it also turns slightly outward for a fuller look.
Where is the incision placed?
Dr. Dayan typically places a small incision in the natural crease just beneath the nose. Hidden there, the scar fades over time to become practically unnoticeable.
How is a lip lift different from fillers?
A lip lift surgically repositions the upper lip for a lasting result, while fillers add temporary volume. For patients whose lips have lengthened or sagged with age, a lift addresses the underlying change rather than just adding volume.
Can a lip lift add volume too?
Yes. When helpful, Dr. Dayan adds a small amount of fat grafting to provide definition and volume that a lift alone may not achieve, for a smoother, more balanced result.
Will my lips still move and express naturally?
Yes. The procedure is designed to leave no restrictions on movement or expression — your lips simply look younger and smoother while moving and smiling naturally.
What is recovery like?
Swelling typically fades within a week to ten days, with complete results by about two weeks and discomfort resolved. Dr. Dayan provides detailed aftercare and follow-up throughout.
Why Choose Avance Plastic Surgery Institute for a Lip Lift
- Award-Winning Surgeon: voted Best Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeon in Nevada
- Precision Incision Technique: a discreet incision hidden in the crease beneath the nose
- Harvard Chief Resident Training: completed the Harvard Plastic Surgery Program at Massachusetts General Hospital
- Natural, Expressive Results: a younger, smoother lip with no restriction on movement
- Lasting Rejuvenation: a surgical result that doesn’t rely on repeated fillers
Schedule Your Lip Lift Consultation in Reno/Tahoe
If aging has thinned or lengthened your upper lip, a lip lift with Dr. Erez Dayan can restore a youthful, defined appearance. Contact Avance Plastic Surgery Institute in Reno/Tahoe, NV at (775) 800-4444 to schedule a consultation. Virtual consultations are also available for patients traveling from out of town.
