Skip to content
ClinicCompass
Cosmetic Surgery · Los Angeles, California

Lip Lift in Los Angeles

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 Los Angeles clinics below and request a free consultation.

Typical cost in Los Angeles

$3,000 to $6,000

per procedure · USD

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

Surgeon directory

Lip Lift surgeons in Los Angeles

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

Lip Lift surgeons in Los Angeles

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

Line Plastic Surgery Center in Los Angeles

Line Plastic Surgery Center

Los Angeles

4.8 (400) · Google

Financing available

Line Plastic Surgery Center is a plastic surgery practice in Los Angeles, California, rated 4.8 stars across 400 Google reviews, performing 22 tracked procedures.

View surgeon →
Dr. Ariel Ourian | Ourian Plastic Surgery in Los Angeles

Dr. Ariel Ourian | Ourian Plastic Surgery

Los Angeles

5.0 (138) · Google

Financing available

Dr. Ariel Ourian | Ourian Plastic Surgery is a plastic surgery practice in Los Angeles, California, rated 5 stars across 138 Google reviews, performing 28 tracked procedures.

View surgeon →
Neal Deot, MD in Los Angeles

Neal Deot, MD

Los Angeles

5.0 (95) · Google

Neal Deot, MD is a plastic surgery practice in Los Angeles, California, rated 5 stars across 95 Google reviews, performing 10 tracked procedures.

View surgeon →
Nazarian Plastic Surgery - Dr. Sheila Nazarian in Los Angeles

Nazarian Plastic Surgery - Dr. Sheila Nazarian

Los Angeles

4.7 (224) · Google

Financing available

Nazarian Plastic Surgery - Dr. Sheila Nazarian is a plastic surgery practice in Los Angeles, California, rated 4.7 stars across 224 Google reviews, performing 30 tracked procedures.

View surgeon →
NassifMD Plastic Surgery | Dr. Paul Nassif in Los Angeles

NassifMD Plastic Surgery | Dr. Paul Nassif

Los Angeles

4.7 (190) · Google

NassifMD Plastic Surgery | Dr. Paul Nassif is a plastic surgery practice in Los Angeles, California, rated 4.7 stars across 190 Google reviews, performing 22 tracked procedures.

View surgeon →
Dr. Kenneth Kim Plastic Surgery in Los Angeles

Dr. Kenneth Kim Plastic Surgery

Los Angeles

4.7 (166) · Google

Dr. Kenneth Kim Plastic Surgery is a plastic surgery practice in Los Angeles, California, rated 4.7 stars across 166 Google reviews, performing 14 tracked procedures.

View surgeon →
See all 21 plastic surgeons in Los Angeles →

Nearest Lip Lift providers to Los Angeles

No Los Angeles 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 →
At a glance

Lip Lift in Los Angeles: the numbers

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

  • Together the 7 with Google reviews hold 1,379 reviews at an average rating of 4.8; 6 have 100 or more.
  • Where they are: Beverly Hills (4), Los Angeles (3).
  • 1 of 7 list Saturday hours on Google.
From their own websites

What Los Angeles lip lift practices state about themselves

What 7 Los Angeles 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 (1), American Board of Otolaryngology (1), American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (1)
  • 1 of 7 mention financing, naming Cherry (1), PatientFi (1)

In their words

Dr. Ariel Ourian | Ourian Plastic SurgeryOur Beverly Hills lip lift is typically performed under local anesthesia.
Nazarian Plastic Surgery - Dr. Sheila NazarianThe surgeon will perform a lip lift surgery under local anesthesia in less than one hour.
NassifMD Plastic Surgery | Dr. Paul NassifA lip lift involves making a small incision under the nose and extracting excess skin, allowing the lip to be pulled up and lifted.
Line Plastic Surgery CenterLip lift is a quick procedure done in our office. It only takes one hour
Dr. Nima Shemirani - Eos Beverly Hills Rhinoplasty CenterMany patients choose an upper lip lift to achieve facial harmony and address concerns such as thin lips, minimal tooth show, or a long philtrum.
Show 5 more statements →
Dr. Ariel Ourian | Ourian Plastic SurgeryAfter your Los Angeles lip lift, you can expect some swelling and a tightening sensation in the treatment area. Sutures will remain in place for about five days after the surgery, and most experience swelling for about one to two weeks.
Nazarian Plastic Surgery - Dr. Sheila NazarianAfter an Upper Lip Lift procedure, the responsible person will inform you what to expect. You may take up to 4 weeks to recover from swelling and bruising.
Line Plastic Surgery CenterThe good news about the lip lift scar is that it is a miniscule scar most patients barely notice after healing.
Dr. Nima Shemirani - Eos Beverly Hills Rhinoplasty CenterA lip lift is a cosmetic surgical procedure that shortens the distance between the nose and upper lip, creating a more youthful, lifted appearance. This is done by carefully removing a small strip of skin near the base of the nose
Neal Deot, MDA lip lift shortens the distance between the nose and upper lip, improves upper lip visibility, and enhances tooth show.
FAQ

Lip Lift in Los Angeles: common questions

How much does Lip Lift cost in Los Angeles?

Lip Lift generally runs $3,000 to $6,000 per procedure, and each Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles clinics for a personalized quote.

How long do Lip Lift results last?

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

Can I wear makeup after Lip Lift?

Most patients wait 24 hours before applying makeup to avoid irritation on freshly-treated skin.

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