Lip and mouth surgery
Lip lift, lip reduction and corner lip lift, with the area each one treats and its operating time, anaesthesia and stitch removal.
Areas and procedures
PhiltrumLip lift (philtrum reduction)A long philtrumA lip lift shortens the distance between the base of the nose and the upper lip (the philtrum).Operating time20–40 minutes depending on the method
LipsLip reduction and lip surgeryLip shape or thicknessLip reduction removes tissue to reduce lip thickness and forward projection.Operating time30–60 minutes depending on the method
Corner of the mouthCorner lip liftDownturned mouth cornersA corner lip lift raises downturned corners of the mouth through incisions.Operating time30–60 minutes depending on the method
Lip lift, lip reduction and corner lip lift compared
| Procedure | Area | Operating time | Anaesthesia | Stitch removal |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lip lift (philtrum reduction) | Philtrum | 20–40 minutes depending on the method | Local or sedation | 6–8 days; about 10 days after the inside-the-mouth method |
| Lip reduction and lip surgery | Lips | 30–60 minutes depending on the method | Local or sedation | 5–7 days after surgery |
| Corner lip lift | Corner of the mouth | 30–60 minutes depending on the method | Local or sedation | 6–8 days after surgery |