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Lip Lift in Nashville

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 Nashville clinics below and request a free consultation.

Typical cost in Nashville

$3,000 to $6,000

per procedure · USD

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

Surgeon directory

Lip Lift surgeons in Nashville

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

Lip Lift surgeons in Nashville

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

Amaka Aesthetics - Dr. Amaka Nwubah in Nashville

Amaka Aesthetics - Dr. Amaka Nwubah

Nashville

5.0 (374) · Google

Financing available

Amaka Aesthetics - Dr. Amaka Nwubah is a plastic surgery practice in Nashville, Tennessee, rated 5 stars across 374 Google reviews, performing 24 tracked procedures.

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BEYOND Collective in Nashville

BEYOND Collective

Nashville

4.9 (391) · Google

Financing available

BEYOND Collective is a plastic surgery practice in Nashville, Tennessee, rated 4.9 stars across 391 Google reviews, performing 24 tracked procedures.

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Gilpin Facial Plastics in Nashville

Gilpin Facial Plastics

Nashville

4.9 (235) · Google

Financing available

Gilpin Facial Plastics is a plastic surgery practice in Nashville, Tennessee, rated 4.9 stars across 235 Google reviews, performing 14 tracked procedures.

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Harmony Facial Plastic Surgery in Nashville

Harmony Facial Plastic Surgery

Nashville

5.0 (102) · Google

Financing available

Harmony Facial Plastic Surgery is a plastic surgery practice in Nashville, Tennessee, rated 5 stars across 102 Google reviews, performing 12 tracked procedures.

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Nashville Cosmetic Surgery | The Skin Lounge in Nashville

Nashville Cosmetic Surgery | The Skin Lounge

Nashville

4.8 (154) · Google

Financing available

Nashville Cosmetic Surgery | The Skin Lounge is a plastic surgery practice in Nashville, Tennessee, rated 4.8 stars across 154 Google reviews, performing 19 tracked procedures.

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Jacob G. Unger, MD in Nashville

Jacob G. Unger, MD

Nashville

5.0 (89) · Google

Financing available

Jacob G. Unger, MD is a plastic surgery practice in Nashville, Tennessee, rated 5 stars across 89 Google reviews, performing 27 tracked procedures.

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Nearest Lip Lift providers to Nashville

No Nashville 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 Nashville: the numbers

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

  • Together the 8 with Google reviews hold 1,575 reviews at an average rating of 4.9; 6 have 100 or more.
  • Where they are: Nashville (6), Brentwood (1), Mt. Juliet (1).
From their own websites

What Nashville lip lift practices state about themselves

What 8 Nashville 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 8 state certification by the American Board of Plastic Surgery
  • Other boards named: American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (2), American Board of Otolaryngology (1), American Board of Surgery (1)
  • 1 of 8 state they are Fellows of the American College of Surgeons (FACS)
  • 1 of 8 mention financing
  • 3 of 8 show before-and-after photos on their site

Techniques named for lip lift: Subnasal bullhorn, subnasal technique.

In their words

BEYOND CollectiveBecause the upper lip lift is a surgical procedure, patients in Nashville usually take between five and seven days to make a full initial recovery.
Gilpin Facial PlasticsThe lip lift primarily consists of reducing the tissue of the philtrum, the space between the nose and upper lip, by making a small incision and removing excess skin. This is performed either directly under the nose or along the lip line to minimize visible scarring.
Lucas Bryant, MD | Refine Facial Plastic Surgery Mt. JulietOne of the most popular kinds of lip lift surgery is known as the subnasal bullhorn. This technique involves a tiny incision hidden at the base of the nose.
Refine Facial Plastic Surgery Nashville | Lucas Bryant, MDOne of the most popular kinds of lip lift surgery is known as the subnasal bullhorn. This technique involves a tiny incision hidden at the base of the nose.
Harmony Facial Plastic SurgeryA lip lift, although not as well known as lip injections, can be a much longer-lasting solution with more natural-looking results
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BEYOND CollectiveAn upper lip lift in Nashville is a surgical cosmetic procedure in which a small amount of skin is removed from under the nose.
Gilpin Facial PlasticsSome patients find that their lip lift results in more of their teeth showing when they smile, which they prefer.
Lucas Bryant, MD | Refine Facial Plastic Surgery Mt. JulietAnother lip lift procedure is known as the corner lip lift. This helps make downturned mouth corners resume a more natural-looking position and is ideal for patients that look like they are always frowning.
Refine Facial Plastic Surgery Nashville | Lucas Bryant, MDAnother lip lift procedure is known as the corner lip lift. This helps make downturned mouth corners resume a more natural-looking position and is ideal for patients that look like they are always frowning.
Harmony Facial Plastic SurgeryIf your philtrum has lengthened, without a lip lift, injections can cause that “duck” appearance.
Nashville Cosmetic Surgery | The Skin LoungeUnlike lip fillers, which add volume, a lip lift changes proportion, making it a good option for patients whose upper lip appears thin or elongated, regardless of natural fullness.A lip lift removes a small strip of skin just beneath the nose, raising the upper lip and exposing more of the pink lip tissue, sometimes called the vermilion.
Jacob G. Unger, MDA surgical lip lift involves removing a small wedge of skin, but no physical changes are made to the size or volume of the lips themselves.There are several techniques that may be used for a surgical lip lift, but the “bullhorn” or subnasal technique is the most popular.
FAQ

Lip Lift in Nashville: common questions

How much does Lip Lift cost in Nashville?

Lip Lift generally runs $3,000 to $6,000 per procedure, and each Nashville 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 Nashville 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. Nashville 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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