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Lip Lift in Kansas City

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 Kansas City clinics below and request a free consultation.

Typical cost in Kansas City

$3,000 to $6,000

per procedure · USD

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

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Lip Lift surgeons in Kansas City

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

Lip Lift surgeons in Kansas City

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Carson Williams, MD Facial Plastic Surgery in Kansas City

Carson Williams, MD Facial Plastic Surgery

Kansas City

4.9 (230) · Google

Carson Williams, MD Facial Plastic Surgery is a plastic surgery practice in Kansas City, Missouri, rated 4.9 stars across 230 Google reviews, performing 10 tracked procedures.

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Vargas Face and Skin Center - Hannah Vargas, MD in Kansas City

Vargas Face and Skin Center - Hannah Vargas, MD

Kansas City

4.8 (294) · Google

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Vargas Face and Skin Center - Hannah Vargas, MD is a plastic surgery practice in Kansas City, Missouri, rated 4.8 stars across 294 Google reviews, performing 13 tracked procedures.

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Associated Plastic Surgeons & Med Spa in Kansas City

Associated Plastic Surgeons & Med Spa

Kansas City

5.0 (69) · Google

Financing available

Associated Plastic Surgeons & Med Spa is a plastic surgery practice in Kansas City, Missouri, rated 5 stars across 69 Google reviews, performing 24 tracked procedures.

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MyChi Le Plastic Surgery in Kansas City

MyChi Le Plastic Surgery

Kansas City

4.9 (84) · Google

MyChi Le Plastic Surgery is a plastic surgery practice in Kansas City, Missouri, rated 4.9 stars across 84 Google reviews, performing 15 tracked procedures.

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Dr. Lauren Umstattd in Kansas City

Dr. Lauren Umstattd

Kansas City

4.9 (54) · Google

Financing available

Dr. Lauren Umstattd is a plastic surgery practice in Kansas City, Missouri, rated 4.9 stars across 54 Google reviews, performing 6 tracked procedures.

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Nearest Lip Lift providers to Kansas City

No Kansas City 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 Kansas City: the numbers

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

  • Together the 5 with Google reviews hold 731 reviews at an average rating of 4.9; 2 have 100 or more.
  • Where they are: Leawood (2), Lee's Summit (1), Merriam (1), Prairie Village (1).
From their own websites

What Kansas City lip lift practices state about themselves

What 4 Kansas City 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.

  • 1 of 4 state they are Fellows of the American College of Surgeons (FACS)
  • 1 of 4 state a free consultation

Techniques named for lip lift: subnasal “bullhorn” lip lift.

In their words

Vargas Face and Skin Center - Hannah Vargas, MDThere are several techniques available, with the most common being the subnasal “bullhorn” lip lift. This technique involves a small incision hidden at the base of the nose, where a precise strip of skin is removed and the upper lip is gently lifted.
Associated Plastic Surgeons & Med SpaAging and genetics can cause your lips to lose shape and volume, making the space between your upper lip and nose (philtrum) appear too long. A lip lift can help decrease this space, giving you a fuller mouth and a more youthful appearance.
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Vargas Face and Skin Center - Hannah Vargas, MDPatients often combine a lip lift with a facelift, eyelid surgery, or skin resurfacing for comprehensive rejuvenation.
Associated Plastic Surgeons & Med SpaA lip lift can give you permanent results, fuller lips, and a more youthful appearance.
FAQ

Lip Lift in Kansas City: common questions

How much does Lip Lift cost in Kansas City?

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

How often should I get Lip Lift?

Maintenance schedules vary. Most Kansas City 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.

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