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Cosmetic Surgery · Cary, North Carolina

Lip Lift in Cary

A short surgery that removes a strip of skin just under the nose to shorten the space between nose and lip, rolling the upper lip outward so more pink lip shows and the mouth looks fuller and younger at rest. Permanent, and the fix for a long upper lip that filler makes worse. Compare Cary clinics below and request a free consultation.

Typical cost in Cary

$3,000 to $6,000

per procedure · USD

A general range for Cary, rounded for guidance. Confirm exact pricing with each clinic.

Surgeon directory

Lip Lift surgeons in Cary

Only two plastic surgeons in Cary list lip lift among their procedures. Here they are, with a link to every surgeon in the city.

Rahman G. Barry, MD, FACS in Cary

Rahman G. Barry, MD, FACS

Cary

4.9 (46) · Google

Rahman G. Barry, MD, FACS is a plastic surgery practice in Cary, North Carolina, rated 4.9 stars across 46 Google reviews, performing 23 tracked procedures.

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Stoeckel William T MD in Cary

Stoeckel William T MD

Cary

4.7 (26) · Google

Stoeckel William T MD is a plastic surgery practice in Cary, North Carolina, rated 4.7 stars across 26 Google reviews, performing 23 tracked procedures.

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Nearest Lip Lift providers to Cary

No Cary clinics list Lip Lift yet. These are the closest cities where providers are available now.

About Lip Lift

A short surgery that removes a strip of skin just under the nose to shorten the space between nose and lip, rolling the upper lip outward so more pink lip shows and the mouth looks fuller and younger at rest. Permanent, and the fix for a long upper lip that filler makes worse.

Sessions

One procedure; permanent

Downtime

Sutures under the nose for about a week, swelling for 1 to 2 weeks, scar maturing over a year

Good candidate

People with a long upper lip, a thin upper lip that filler over-projects, or an upper lip that hides the teeth when the mouth is relaxed; most often people over 35, when the lip lengthens with age

  • Permanently shortens a long upper lip and shows more of the lip's pink
  • Reveals the upper teeth at rest, a marker of a youthful mouth
  • Fixes the problem filler cannot: length rather than volume
  • Scar hides in the crease at the base of the nose
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From their own websites

What Cary lip lift practices state about themselves

What both Cary practices that list lip lift say on their own websites (checked September 2026); one that does not mention something may still offer it, so ask at your consultation.

  • 2 of 2 state certification by the American Board of Plastic Surgery
  • Other boards named: American Board of Surgery (1)
  • 1 of 2 state they are Fellows of the American College of Surgeons (FACS)

In their words

Rahman G. Barry, MD, FACSBy shortening the philtrum during an upper lip lift, we can effectively correct the droopy and down turned appearance of the lips.
Stoeckel William T MDBy shortening the philtrum during an upper lip lift, we can effectively correct the droopy and down turned appearance of the lips.
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Stoeckel William T MDFor some patients, it can be incredibly beneficial to combine an upper lip lift with additional procedures to restore youthful balance and harmony.
FAQ

Lip Lift in Cary: common questions

How much does Lip Lift cost in Cary?

Lip Lift generally runs $3,000 to $6,000 per procedure, and each Cary clinic sets its own price. The biggest variables are the provider's experience level and the specific device or product used. Newer technology and senior injectors price at the upper end. Pricing is quoted in US dollars (USD). Request a consultation from any of our listed Cary clinics for a personalized quote.

When will I see results from Lip Lift?

Initial results in 2 to 4 weeks, with full results developing over 3 months as collagen builds. Cary providers typically schedule follow-ups to track progress.

Can I wear makeup after Lip Lift?

Most patients wait 24 hours before applying makeup to avoid irritation on freshly-treated skin.

Lip lift or lip filler?

Filler adds volume. A lip lift shortens the distance between nose and lip and rolls the lip outward, which shows more of the lip without adding to it. If your upper lip is long, so that the pink part is thin and your teeth do not show when your mouth is relaxed, filler makes the lip look heavier and longer, and a lift is the honest fix. If your lip is a good length but simply thin, filler is the right tool, and cheaper.

Where is the scar?

In the crease where the base of the nose meets the lip, following its natural curve, sometimes called a bullhorn shape. In experienced hands it heals into a faint line that the shadow under the nose hides. It is red and visible for the first months and matures over a year. Ask to see healed results at one year, straight on, before booking.

What is the recovery?

Sutures under the nose for about a week, swelling of the upper lip for one to two weeks, and a stiff upper lip for a few weeks that gradually softens. Most people are comfortable in public at one to two weeks. The result is visible immediately and refines as swelling settles.

What does it cost?

Typically $3,000 to $6,000 including surgeon and facility, performed under local anesthesia in the office. A permanent result for roughly the cost of several years of lip filler.

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