Skip to content
ClinicCompass
Cosmetic Surgery · Charleston, South Carolina

Lip Lift in Charleston

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 Charleston clinics below and request a free consultation.

Typical cost in Charleston

$3,000 to $6,000

per procedure · USD

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

Surgeon directory

Lip Lift surgeons in Charleston

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

Dr. Thomas Funcik in Charleston

Dr. Thomas Funcik

Charleston

5.0 (182) · Google

Financing available

Dr. Thomas Funcik is a plastic surgery practice in Charleston, South Carolina, rated 5 stars across 182 Google reviews, performing 13 tracked procedures.

View surgeon →
H/K/B Cosmetic Surgery in Charleston

H/K/B Cosmetic Surgery

Charleston

4.7 (303) · Google

Financing available

H/K/B Cosmetic Surgery is a plastic surgery practice in Charleston, South Carolina, rated 4.7 stars across 303 Google reviews, performing 23 tracked procedures.

View surgeon →
See all 10 plastic surgeons in Charleston →

Nearest Lip Lift providers to Charleston

No Charleston 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
Read the full Lip Lift guide →
From their own websites

What Charleston lip lift practices state about themselves

What both Charleston 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.

In their words

Dr. Thomas FuncikThe sub-nasal lip lift procedure is a same-day surgery, usually performed under local anesthesia in less than an hour.
H/K/B Cosmetic SurgeryA lip lift can be performed on an outpatient basis using local anesthesia at our fully accredited surgical facility
Show 2 more statements →
Dr. Thomas FuncikThe standard lip lift has been done on older patients for years - frequently at the same time as a facelift.
H/K/B Cosmetic SurgeryThe recovery time after a lip lift surgery is fast. Most people return to normal activities within a few days when makeup can be worn to hide the scars, which should no longer be discernible within 2-4 weeks.
FAQ

Lip Lift in Charleston: common questions

How much does Lip Lift cost in Charleston?

Lip Lift generally runs $3,000 to $6,000 per procedure, and each Charleston 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 Charleston 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. Charleston providers typically schedule follow-ups to track progress.

How often should I get Lip Lift?

Maintenance schedules vary. Most Charleston providers recommend periodic refresh sessions every 6 to 12 months once optimal results are achieved.

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.

Request a Free Lip Lift Consult