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Cosmetic Surgery · Palo Alto, California

Lip Lift in Palo Alto

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 Palo Alto clinics below and request a free consultation.

Typical cost in Palo Alto

$3,000 to $6,000

per procedure · USD

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

Surgeon directory

Lip Lift surgeons in Palo Alto

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

Lip Lift surgeons in Palo Alto

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

L&P Aesthetics - Palo Alto in Palo Alto

L&P Aesthetics - Palo Alto

Palo Alto

4.7 (132) · Google

L&P Aesthetics - Palo Alto is a plastic surgery practice in Palo Alto, California, rated 4.7 stars across 132 Google reviews, performing 14 tracked procedures.

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Hessler Plastic Surgery: Jill Hessler MD in Palo Alto

Hessler Plastic Surgery: Jill Hessler MD

Palo Alto

4.9 (60) · Google

Hessler Plastic Surgery: Jill Hessler MD is a plastic surgery practice in Palo Alto, California, rated 4.9 stars across 60 Google reviews, performing 15 tracked procedures.

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HouseMD Plastics in Palo Alto

HouseMD Plastics

Palo Alto

4.9 (60) · Google

HouseMD Plastics is a plastic surgery practice in Palo Alto, California, rated 4.9 stars across 60 Google reviews, performing 9 tracked procedures.

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Timothy Ortlip, MD in Palo Alto

Timothy Ortlip, MD

Palo Alto

5.0 (47) · Google

Timothy Ortlip, MD is a plastic surgery practice in Palo Alto, California, rated 5 stars across 47 Google reviews, performing 14 tracked procedures.

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Nishant Ganesh Kumar, MD in Palo Alto

Nishant Ganesh Kumar, MD

Palo Alto

5.0 (40) · Google

Nishant Ganesh Kumar, MD is a plastic surgery practice in Palo Alto, California, rated 5 stars across 40 Google reviews, performing 26 tracked procedures.

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Nearest Lip Lift providers to Palo Alto

No Palo Alto 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 Palo Alto: the numbers

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

  • Together the 5 with Google reviews hold 339 reviews at an average rating of 4.9; 1 has 100 or more.
  • Where they are: Palo Alto (4), Menlo Park (1).
  • 1 of 5 list Saturday hours on Google.
From their own websites

What Palo Alto lip lift practices state about themselves

What 5 Palo Alto 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.

  • Other boards named: American Board of Otolaryngology (2), American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (1)
  • 1 of 5 state they are Fellows of the American College of Surgeons (FACS)
  • 1 of 5 mention virtual consultations
  • 2 of 5 show before-and-after photos on their site

Techniques named for lip lift: Bullhorn lip lift.

In their words

L&P Aesthetics - Palo AltoA lip lift is most usually performed in approximately one hour on an outpatient basis. At L&P Aesthetics, we perform lip lift surgery with the patient under either local anesthesia or light sedation, depending on what is best for each person.
Hessler Plastic Surgery: Jill Hessler MDOur lip lift in San Jose can be performed with local anesthesia, and takes about an hour to perform. The procedure raises the skin between the nose and the upper lip, causing the lips to appear more lifted.
Timothy Ortlip, MDThe bullhorn lip lift creates a horizontal incision just above the vermilion border of the upper lip.
Nishant Ganesh Kumar, MDAt Illuminate, we often combine our San Jose or Palo Alto lip lift with a facelift as part of a comprehensive facial rejuvenation.
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L&P Aesthetics - Palo AltoA person in good health and over the age of 18 is generally a good candidate for a lip lift.
Hessler Plastic Surgery: Jill Hessler MDA lip lift can be customized to meet the individual needs of each patient, such as uneven lips or an uneven smile. Subtle asymmetries such as these can be corrected with the modified lip lift technique.
Timothy Ortlip, MDThe crescent lip lift is similar to the bullhorn technique, but instead of making a horizontal incision, a curved incision is made along the inside edge of the nostrils.
Nishant Ganesh Kumar, MDIt also does not address the lengthening of the upper white lip and the loss of dental show with speech and smiling. Alternatively, a lip lift is a surgical procedure that offers subtle yet long-lasting improvements.
FAQ

Lip Lift in Palo Alto: common questions

How much does Lip Lift cost in Palo Alto?

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

How often should I get Lip Lift?

Maintenance schedules vary. Most Palo Alto providers recommend periodic refresh sessions every 6 to 12 months once optimal results are achieved.

How long do Lip Lift results last?

Results vary by patient, but most Palo Alto 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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