Lip surgery: reduction and augmentation
Lip surgery changes the thickness or outline of the lips. AVANT lists lip reduction, lip augmentation, Cupid’s bow shaping and a lip groove procedure, with incisions placed inside the lip. Each takes 30–60 minutes (clinic guidance).
At a glance
| Operating time | 30–60 minutes depending on the method (clinic guidance) |
|---|---|
| Anaesthesia | Local or sedation (clinic guidance) |
| Stitch removal | 5–7 days after surgery (clinic guidance) |
Figures marked “clinic guidance” are the clinic’s published values; your surgeon sets your schedule at consultation.
Steps
Cupid’s bow shaping
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Lip reduction
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Methods at AVANT
- Cupid’s bow shaping: 50–60 minutes
- Lip augmentation: 30–40 minutes (method to be confirmed with the clinic)
- Lip reduction: 30–40 minutes
- Lip groove procedure: 30–40 minutes
How it works at AVANT
- Consultation and design with the surgeon
- Surgery
- Stitch removal 5–7 days later (clinic guidance)
How long to stay in Seoul
Plan to be in Seoul until stitch removal, 5–7 days after surgery (clinic guidance).
Risks and side effects
Swelling and bruising usually settle over about two weeks (clinic guidance). Your surgeon explains the possible complications of the chosen method at consultation.
Questions
- How much does lip surgery 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.