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Lip Lift in Minneapolis

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 Minneapolis clinics below and request a free consultation.

Typical cost in Minneapolis

$3,000 to $6,000

per procedure · USD

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

Surgeon directory

Lip Lift surgeons in Minneapolis

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

Lip Lift surgeons in Minneapolis

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

Prischmann Facial Plastic Surgery in Minneapolis

Prischmann Facial Plastic Surgery

Minneapolis

4.8 (76) · Google

Financing available

Prischmann Facial Plastic Surgery is a plastic surgery practice in Minneapolis, Minnesota, rated 4.8 stars across 76 Google reviews, performing 9 tracked procedures.

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Joe Gryskiewicz, MD, FACS in Minneapolis

Joe Gryskiewicz, MD, FACS

Minneapolis

4.7 (98) · Google

Financing available

Joe Gryskiewicz, MD, FACS is a plastic surgery practice in Minneapolis, Minnesota, rated 4.7 stars across 98 Google reviews, performing 26 tracked procedures.

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Gryskiewicz Twin Cities Cosmetic Surgery in Minneapolis

Gryskiewicz Twin Cities Cosmetic Surgery

Minneapolis

4.7 (63) · Google

Financing available

Gryskiewicz Twin Cities Cosmetic Surgery is a plastic surgery practice in Minneapolis, Minnesota, rated 4.7 stars across 63 Google reviews, performing 26 tracked procedures.

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Nearest Lip Lift providers to Minneapolis

No Minneapolis 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 Minneapolis: the numbers

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

  • Together the 3 with Google reviews hold 237 reviews at an average rating of 4.7.
  • Where they are: Edina (1), Golden Valley (1), Minneapolis (1).
From their own websites

What Minneapolis lip lift practices state about themselves

What 3 Minneapolis 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 3 state certification by the American Board of Plastic Surgery
  • 1 of 3 state they are Fellows of the American College of Surgeons (FACS)
  • 1 of 3 show before-and-after photos on their site

In their words

Prischmann Facial Plastic Surgerylip lift surgery does not directly add volume but, because it increases visibility of the red portion of the upper lip, it adds the illusion of additional volume.
Joe Gryskiewicz, MD, FACSIf you’re dissatisfied with a stretched or aged look in the upper lip, a lip lift can be a relatively simple procedure to increase facial harmony.
Gryskiewicz Twin Cities Cosmetic SurgeryA lip lift is a relatively minor procedure that can significantly refine the lip shape while providing natural-looking, long-lasting results.
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Prischmann Facial Plastic SurgeryMany of our patients combine lip lift surgery with lip filler to achieve optimal enhancement.
Joe Gryskiewicz, MD, FACSA lip lift is a relatively minor procedure that can significantly refine the lip shape while providing natural-looking, long-lasting results.
FAQ

Lip Lift in Minneapolis: common questions

How much does Lip Lift cost in Minneapolis?

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

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.

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