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Lip Lift in New York

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 New York clinics below and request a free consultation.

Typical cost in New York

$3,000 to $6,000

per procedure · USD

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

Surgeon directory

Lip Lift surgeons in New York

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

Lip Lift surgeons in New York

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

Mansher Singh, MD, FACS in New York

Mansher Singh, MD, FACS

New York

5.0 (645) · Google

Mansher Singh, MD, FACS is a plastic surgery practice in New York, New York, rated 5 stars across 645 Google reviews, performing 21 tracked procedures.

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Dr. John Mesa, MD. in New York

Dr. John Mesa, MD.

New York

4.9 (530) · Google

Dr. John Mesa, MD. is a plastic surgery practice in New York, New York, rated 4.9 stars across 530 Google reviews, performing 13 tracked procedures.

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Dilip D. Madnani, MD, FACS in New York

Dilip D. Madnani, MD, FACS

New York

4.9 (452) · Google

Dilip D. Madnani, MD, FACS is a plastic surgery practice in New York, New York, rated 4.9 stars across 452 Google reviews, performing 12 tracked procedures.

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Dr. Philip Miller in New York

Dr. Philip Miller

New York

4.9 (347) · Google

Dr. Philip Miller is a plastic surgery practice in New York, New York, rated 4.9 stars across 347 Google reviews, performing 12 tracked procedures.

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Rowe Plastic Surgery in New York

Rowe Plastic Surgery

New York

4.8 (380) · Google

Rowe Plastic Surgery is a plastic surgery practice in New York, New York, rated 4.8 stars across 380 Google reviews, performing 22 tracked procedures.

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Kassir Plastic Surgery in New York

Kassir Plastic Surgery

New York

4.7 (724) · Google

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Kassir Plastic Surgery is a plastic surgery practice in New York, New York, rated 4.7 stars across 724 Google reviews, performing 19 tracked procedures.

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Ferzli Facial Plastic Surgery in New York

Ferzli Facial Plastic Surgery

New York

5.0 (127) · Google

Ferzli Facial Plastic Surgery is a plastic surgery practice in New York, New York, rated 5 stars across 127 Google reviews, performing 10 tracked procedures.

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Nearest Lip Lift providers to New York

No New York 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 New York: the numbers

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

  • Together the 12 with Google reviews hold 4,010 reviews at an average rating of 4.9; 12 have 100 or more.
  • 1 of 12 list Saturday hours on Google.
From their own websites

What New York lip lift practices state about themselves

What 12 New York 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 12 state certification by the American Board of Plastic Surgery
  • Other boards named: American Board of Surgery (1)
  • 1 of 12 state they are Fellows of the American College of Surgeons (FACS)
  • 1 of 12 state a free consultation
  • 1 of 12 show before-and-after photos on their site

Techniques named for lip lift: Bullhorn lip lift.

In their words

Dilip D. Madnani, MD, FACSYou have the option of having you lip lift done under local anesthesia with or without IV sedation.
Ferzli Facial Plastic SurgeryThe most common lip lift technique is known as the Bullhorn lip lift based on the design of the incision.
Aristocrat Plastic Surgery: Dr. Kevin Tehrani - NYCLip lift (also known as subnasal lip lift or upper lip lift) is an upper lip enhancement procedure that can be performed under local anesthesia.
Mansher Singh, MD, FACSUnlike dermal fillers, which add volume temporarily, a lip lift in NYC offers a permanent enhancement that accentuates the natural shape of your lips.
Dr. John Mesa, MD.If you feel your upper lip is too long or you’ve lost the lip structure you had in your younger years, a lip lift may be the ideal surgery for you.
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Dilip D. Madnani, MD, FACSDuring a lip lift, incisions are made at the base of the nose below the nostrils
Ferzli Facial Plastic SurgeryThe goal of a lip lift is to correct the elongation of the upper lip that occurs aging. This powerful treatment is an alternative to repeat injections of the lips with dermal fillers.
Aristocrat Plastic Surgery: Dr. Kevin Tehrani - NYCUnlike lip fillers, lip lift surgery delivers permanent results but it cannot make your lips significantly fuller.
Mansher Singh, MD, FACSA lip lift is a cosmetic procedure designed to shorten the space between the upper lip and the base of the nose, known as the philtrum.
Dr. John Mesa, MD.For many patients, a lip lift will involve removing a small section of skin and tissue from below the nose and re-attaching the skin, which creates a natural lifting effect and causes more of the pink inner lip to show.
Dr. Philip MillerExpect your lip lift to take about one hour at our luxury surgery center.The main types are the “bullhorn” or “subnasal” lip lift, which is done right under the nose, and the “corner” lip lift, which focuses on the edges of your lips.
Rowe Plastic SurgeryUnlike lip fillers, which only add volume, a lip lift reshapes the upper lip area by removing skin to show more of the vermilion (colored) portion of the lips and creates a more youthful look.With minimal recovery time, a lip lift is a great option for those looking to achieve a permanent, more youthful appearance.
Kassir Plastic Surgeryeach lip lift style solely targets the upper lip area, leaving the corners of the mouth untouched. If you notice drooping or frowning at the corners of your lips, a Corner Lip Lift is your ideal remedy.Although lip lift surgery can be performed on people of any age, it is most often sought out by those over 35.
Dr. Grigoriy Mashkevich, MDUnlike lip fillers and injections, results from a Lip Lift can be permanent.Lip lifting involves excision of excess skin in hidden incisions in the folds beneath the nostrils.
FAQ

Lip Lift in New York: common questions

How much does Lip Lift cost in New York?

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

How long do Lip Lift results last?

Results vary by patient, but most New York 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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