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 Cincinnati clinics below and request a free consultation.
$3,000 to $6,000
per procedure · USD
A general range for Cincinnati, rounded for guidance. Confirm exact pricing with each clinic.
Plastic surgeons in Cincinnati who list lip lift among their procedures. Tap any surgeon to view details and request a consultation.
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About Face Surgical Arts: Khurram A. Khan BDS, DMD is a plastic surgery practice in Cincinnati, Ohio, rated 4.9 stars across 478 Google reviews, performing 5 tracked procedures.
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Advanced Cosmetic Surgery & Laser Center Cincinnati is a plastic surgery practice in Cincinnati, Ohio, rated 4.9 stars across 214 Google reviews, performing 17 tracked procedures.
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Cincinnati Plastic Surgery is a plastic surgery practice in Cincinnati, Ohio, rated 4.8 stars across 211 Google reviews, performing 23 tracked procedures.
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Mandell-Brown Plastic Surgery Center is a plastic surgery practice in Cincinnati, Ohio, rated 4.7 stars across 226 Google reviews, performing 20 tracked procedures.
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Tork Plastic Surgery + Aesthetics is a plastic surgery practice in Cincinnati, Ohio, rated 4.9 stars across 83 Google reviews, performing 21 tracked procedures.
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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.
One procedure; permanent
Sutures under the nose for about a week, swelling for 1 to 2 weeks, scar maturing over a year
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
5 plastic surgery practices in the Cincinnati area list lip lift. From Google Places listings; hours and locations change, so confirm with the practice.
What 4 Cincinnati 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.
A lip lift is performed in the office setting using local anesthesia and requires less than one week of recovery. Scars are hidden under the nose or in the natural lines of the face.
Initial swelling and some tenderness are normal after a lip lift and typically subside within the first week. Stitches are usually removed within 5-7 days.
The results of a surgical lip lift are permanent, however, your lips and overall face will continue to mature.
A lip lift provides permanent results, making it a great choice for patients who want a lasting solution without the need for ongoing maintenance treatments.
Lip Lift generally runs $3,000 to $6,000 per procedure, and each Cincinnati 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 Cincinnati clinics for a personalized quote.
Initial results in 2 to 4 weeks, with full results developing over 3 months as collagen builds. Cincinnati providers typically schedule follow-ups to track progress.
Maintenance schedules vary. Most Cincinnati providers recommend periodic refresh sessions every 6 to 12 months once optimal results are achieved.
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.
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.
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.
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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