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Cosmetic Surgery · Indianapolis, Indiana

Lip Lift in Indianapolis

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 Indianapolis clinics below and request a free consultation.

Typical cost in Indianapolis

$3,000 to $6,000

per procedure · USD

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

Surgeon directory

Lip Lift surgeons in Indianapolis

Plastic surgeons in Indianapolis who list lip lift among their procedures. Tap any surgeon to view details and request a consultation.

Lip Lift surgeons in Indianapolis

7 surgeons on this page. Tap a pin for details, or close the map to compare the list.

Hamilton Facial Plastic Surgery in Indianapolis

Hamilton Facial Plastic Surgery

Indianapolis

5.0 (303) · Google

Hamilton Facial Plastic Surgery is a plastic surgery practice in Indianapolis, Indiana, rated 5 stars across 303 Google reviews, performing 13 tracked procedures.

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Emily Hrisomalos MD, Facial Plastic Surgery in Indianapolis

Emily Hrisomalos MD, Facial Plastic Surgery

Indianapolis

5.0 (119) · Google

Financing available

Emily Hrisomalos MD, Facial Plastic Surgery is a plastic surgery practice in Indianapolis, Indiana, rated 5 stars across 119 Google reviews, performing 13 tracked procedures.

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R. Luke Sturgill, MD in Indianapolis

R. Luke Sturgill, MD

Indianapolis

4.9 (107) · Google

Financing available

R. Luke Sturgill, MD is a plastic surgery practice in Indianapolis, Indiana, rated 4.9 stars across 107 Google reviews, performing 14 tracked procedures.

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Meredith Kugar, MD in Indianapolis

Meredith Kugar, MD

Indianapolis

5.0 (73) · Google

Meredith Kugar, MD is a plastic surgery practice in Indianapolis, Indiana, rated 5 stars across 73 Google reviews, performing 15 tracked procedures.

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Chernoff Cosmetic Surgery in Indianapolis

Chernoff Cosmetic Surgery

Indianapolis

4.8 (119) · Google

Chernoff Cosmetic Surgery is a plastic surgery practice in Indianapolis, Indiana, rated 4.8 stars across 119 Google reviews, performing 16 tracked procedures.

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Turkle & Associates in Indianapolis

Turkle & Associates

Indianapolis

4.6 (270) · Google

Financing available

Turkle & Associates is a plastic surgery practice in Indianapolis, Indiana, rated 4.6 stars across 270 Google reviews, performing 20 tracked procedures.

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Janet Turkle MD in Indianapolis

Janet Turkle MD

Indianapolis

4.6 (82) · Google

Financing available

Janet Turkle MD is a plastic surgery practice in Indianapolis, Indiana, rated 4.6 stars across 82 Google reviews, performing 20 tracked procedures.

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Nearest Lip Lift providers to Indianapolis

No Indianapolis 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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At a glance

Lip Lift in Indianapolis: the numbers

7 plastic surgery practices in the Indianapolis area list lip lift. From Google Places listings; hours and locations change, so confirm with the practice.

  • Together the 7 with Google reviews hold 1,073 reviews at an average rating of 4.8; 5 have 100 or more.
  • Where they are: Indianapolis (4), Carmel (2), Zionsville (1).
  • 1 of 7 list Saturday hours on Google.
From their own websites

What Indianapolis lip lift practices state about themselves

What 7 Indianapolis 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 7 state certification by the American Board of Plastic Surgery
  • Other boards named: American Board of Surgery (2), American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (1), American Board of Otolaryngology (1)
  • 2 of 7 mention virtual consultations
  • 1 of 7 mention financing, naming CareCredit (1), Cherry (1)
  • 1 of 7 show before-and-after photos on their site

In their words

Hamilton Facial Plastic SurgeryRecovery from lip lift surgery typically involves mild swelling, redness, and tenderness around the treated area, which usually subsides within one to two weeks.
Meredith Kugar, MDA lip lift is a surgical procedure that uses an incision hidden in the base of the nose to remove excess skin, shortening the upper lip and enhancing its natural shape.
Turkle & AssociatesPerformed under anesthesia, your upper lip lift in Indianapolis takes about one hour.
Janet Turkle MDPerformed under anesthesia, your upper lip lift in Indianapolis takes about one hour.
R. Luke Sturgill, MDA subnasal (bullhorn) lip lift shortens an elongated upper lip by removing a precise strip of skin hidden at the base of the nose, then elevating the upper lip into a more youthful position.
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Turkle & AssociatesMost bruising fades within 10 to 14 days of your upper lip lift in Indianapolis.
Janet Turkle MDMost bruising fades within 10 to 14 days of your upper lip lift in Indianapolis.
R. Luke Sturgill, MDA lip lift is permanent . The shortened philtrum does not re-elongate.
FAQ

Lip Lift in Indianapolis: common questions

How much does Lip Lift cost in Indianapolis?

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

How long do Lip Lift results last?

Results vary by patient, but most Indianapolis providers report 6 to 18 months of sustained benefit from a full Lip Lift series.

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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