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 Philadelphia clinics below and request a free consultation.
$3,000 to $6,000
per procedure · USD
A general range for Philadelphia, rounded for guidance. Confirm exact pricing with each clinic.
Plastic surgeons in Philadelphia who list lip lift among their procedures. Tap any surgeon to view details and request a consultation.
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Subbio Plastic Surgery & Medspa is a plastic surgery practice in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, rated 4.9 stars across 587 Google reviews, performing 16 tracked procedures.
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Bloom Facial Plastic & Aesthetic Surgery is a plastic surgery practice in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, rated 4.9 stars across 319 Google reviews, performing 26 tracked procedures.
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Main Line Plastic Surgery- Raymond Jean MD is a plastic surgery practice in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, rated 5 stars across 203 Google reviews, performing 25 tracked procedures.
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W Cosmetic Surgery is a plastic surgery practice in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, rated 4.9 stars across 253 Google reviews, performing 9 tracked procedures.
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Bucky Plastic Surgery: Louis P. Bucky, MD, FACS is a plastic surgery practice in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, rated 5 stars across 165 Google reviews, performing 16 tracked procedures.
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Claytor Noone Plastic Surgery: Dr. R. Brannon Claytor is a plastic surgery practice in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, rated 4.9 stars across 204 Google reviews, performing 22 tracked procedures.
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Bucky Plastic Surgery: Louis P. Bucky, MD, FACS is a plastic surgery practice in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, rated 4.8 stars across 219 Google reviews, performing 16 tracked procedures.
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StarkMD Plastic Surgery & Aesthetic Center: Ran Stark M.D, FACS is a plastic surgery practice in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, rated 4.8 stars across 202 Google reviews, performing 30 tracked procedures.
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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.
One procedure; permanent
Sutures under the nose for about a week, swelling for 1 to 2 weeks, scar maturing over a year
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
10 plastic surgery practices in the Philadelphia area list lip lift. From Google Places listings; hours and locations change, so confirm with the practice.
What 8 Philadelphia 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.
Dr. Shtraks can perform a lip lift with the patient under local anesthesia. She will raise the skin just beneath the nose to cause the upper lip to lift,
At Main Line Plastic Surgery, we offer several different lip lift techniques to suit each patient’s individual needs. These techniques differ in the location of the incision, the amount of tissue removed, and how the upper lip is elevated and reshaped:
Lip lift surgery is a straightforward outpatient procedure that typically involves local anesthesia. Dr. Wulc makes a discreet, bullhorn-shaped incision just under the base of the nose to remove a small sliver of skin.
Lip lift patients will typically experience some temporary swelling in the 48 to 72 hours after surgery and mild pain or discomfort that can be managed with medication. Patients are generally advised to rest for one week after their procedure, with minimal work or social activity.
Philadelphia lip lift patients may experience bruising, swelling, and numbness after your surgery, but these symptoms should all recede within about three weeks.
Sutures are then placed along the incision line under the nose, concealing the scar. Our procedure for lip lift in Philadelphia takes about one hour to complete.
A lip lift is a cosmetic procedure designed to shorten the space between the nose and upper lip, creating a fuller, more defined top lip and enhancing your smile. Lifting the upper lip exposes more pink inner lip, making your lips naturally fuller without the need for fillers.
The ideal candidate for lip lift surgery is in good general health and has been bothered by a long philtrum that causes the face to look aged.
Following a lip lift Philadelphia patients can return to their normal routine just a few days after surgery. You should sleep with your head elevated for the first two days after surgery.
Performed under local anesthesia, the upper lip lift typically takes under an hour. Dr. Brandow uses a carefully designed incision hidden at the base of the nose to remove a precise amount of skin, lift the lip, and create a natural, subtle enhancement.
refine the shape of your upper lip without fillers, an upper lip lift may offer the precise, permanent enhancement you’ve been seeking.
On average, a lip lift takes about one to two hours without any complications.
After your lip lift surgery, the medical staff will monitor you in the recovery room until the sedation wears off.
Instead of adding volume (like dermal filler ), a lip lift raises the upper lip to allow more of your natural lip to show and enhances your upper lip’s shape.
The lip lift procedure shortens the distance between the base of your nose and your upper lip through an incision hidden along the base of the nose. Dr. Claytor removes a small wedge of skin and repositions the philtrum and upper lip higher,
Lip Lift generally runs $3,000 to $6,000 per procedure, and each Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia clinics for a personalized quote.
Initial results in 2 to 4 weeks, with full results developing over 3 months as collagen builds. Philadelphia providers typically schedule follow-ups to track progress.
Most patients wait 24 hours before applying makeup to avoid irritation on freshly-treated skin.
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.
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.
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.
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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