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 Detroit clinics below and request a free consultation.
$3,000 to $6,000
per procedure · USD
A general range for Detroit, rounded for guidance. Confirm exact pricing with each clinic.
Plastic surgeons in Detroit who list lip lift among their procedures. Tap any surgeon to view details and request a consultation.
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Zuliani Facial Aesthetics: Dr. Giancarlo F. Zuliani, MD is a plastic surgery practice in Detroit, Michigan, rated 4.8 stars across 528 Google reviews, performing 13 tracked procedures.
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JOSEPH Advanced Oculofacial Plastic Surgery is a plastic surgery practice in Detroit, Michigan, rated 5 stars across 208 Google reviews, performing 7 tracked procedures.
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Renaissance Plastic Surgery is a plastic surgery practice in Detroit, Michigan, rated 4.8 stars across 393 Google reviews, performing 18 tracked procedures.
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Andrew Compton MD is a plastic surgery practice in Detroit, Michigan, rated 4.9 stars across 131 Google reviews, performing 14 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
4 plastic surgery practices in the Detroit area list lip lift. From Google Places listings; hours and locations change, so confirm with the practice.
What 4 Detroit 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.
Techniques named for lip lift: Bullhorn technique.
A lip lift is typically performed in-office under local anesthesia, making it a safe and convenient outpatient procedure.
after a lip lift, you can expect some swelling, bruising, pain, and numbness around your mouth. You will need to keep your head elevated and apply ice packs to reduce inflammation.
Dr. Compton typically performs a bullhorn sub-nasal lip lift as an in-office procedure with a local anesthetic and oral medication for sedation.
A lip lift is a procedure that shortens the space between the nose and the top of the lip, known as the “philtrum”.
A lip lift can benefit men and women who wish to improve the proportion and shape of their upper lip. It is particularly suitable for individuals who have noticed that their upper lip has thinned
Patients of any age may benefit from a lip lift based on anatomy rather than age. Patients who notice the upper lip skin looks longer and the red portion (vermilion border) is thinner may benefit from this procedure.
Lip Lift generally runs $3,000 to $6,000 per procedure, and each Detroit 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 Detroit clinics for a personalized quote.
Initial results in 2 to 4 weeks, with full results developing over 3 months as collagen builds. Detroit providers typically schedule follow-ups to track progress.
Maintenance schedules vary. Most Detroit 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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