Lip lift (philtrum reduction)
A lip lift shortens a long philtrum, the distance between the base of the nose and the upper lip. AVANT lists four methods, including one through an incision inside the mouth and one with incisions hidden inside the nostrils. Each takes 20–40 minutes under local anaesthesia (clinic guidance).
At a glance
| Operating time | 20–40 minutes depending on the method (clinic guidance) |
|---|---|
| Anaesthesia | Local (clinic guidance) |
| Stitch removal | About 7 days; about 10 days after the inside-the-mouth method (clinic guidance) |
| Hospital stay | Not needed; same-day discharge (clinic guidance) |
Figures marked “clinic guidance” are the clinic’s published values; your surgeon sets your schedule at consultation.
Steps
Inner philtrum reduction (incision under the nose)
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Philtrum reduction with incisions inside the nostrils and along the columella
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Methods at AVANT
- Inner philtrum reduction (incision under the nose): 30–40 minutes
- Philtrum concave shaping through an incision inside the mouth: 20–30 minutes
- Philtrum reduction with incisions inside the nostrils and along the columella: 30–40 minutes
- Revision of an earlier philtrum reduction: 30–40 minutes
How it works at AVANT
- Consultation and design with the surgeon
- Surgery under local anaesthesia
- Stitch removal about 7–10 days later (clinic guidance)
How long to stay in Seoul
Plan to be in Seoul until stitch removal: about 7 days, or about 10 days after the inside-the-mouth method (clinic guidance).
Risks and side effects
In a 2026 systematic review, complications of lip lift surgery were mostly mild and temporary, and some patients needed a revision. Your surgeon explains where the incision sits for each method.
Questions
- How much does a lip lift cost at AVANT?
- The clinic’s price list is being confirmed. Once it is, this page will show the published price range and the date it was checked.