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Cosmetic Surgery · Raleigh, North Carolina

Lip Lift in Raleigh

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 Raleigh clinics below and request a free consultation.

Typical cost in Raleigh

$3,000 to $6,000

per procedure · USD

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

Surgeon directory

Lip Lift surgeons in Raleigh

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

Lip Lift surgeons in Raleigh

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Wake Plastic Surgery in Raleigh

Wake Plastic Surgery

Raleigh

4.9 (326) · Google

Wake Plastic Surgery is a plastic surgery practice in Raleigh, North Carolina, rated 4.9 stars across 326 Google reviews, performing 23 tracked procedures.

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Zenn Plastic Surgery in Raleigh

Zenn Plastic Surgery

Raleigh

4.9 (192) · Google

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Zenn Plastic Surgery is a plastic surgery practice in Raleigh, North Carolina, rated 4.9 stars across 192 Google reviews, performing 16 tracked procedures.

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Allen Aesthetic Surgery in Raleigh

Allen Aesthetic Surgery

Raleigh

4.8 (96) · Google

Allen Aesthetic Surgery is a plastic surgery practice in Raleigh, North Carolina, rated 4.8 stars across 96 Google reviews, performing 20 tracked procedures.

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Nearest Lip Lift providers to Raleigh

No Raleigh 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 Raleigh: the numbers

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

  • Together the 4 with Google reviews hold 789 reviews at an average rating of 4.9; 3 have 100 or more.
  • Where they are: Raleigh (2), Cary (1), Wake Forest (1).
From their own websites

What Raleigh lip lift practices state about themselves

What 4 Raleigh 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.

  • 3 of 4 state certification by the American Board of Plastic Surgery
  • Other boards named: American Board of Surgery (1)
  • 2 of 4 state they are Fellows of the American College of Surgeons (FACS)

In their words

Wake Plastic SurgeryBy shortening the philtrum during an upper lip lift, we can effectively correct the droopy and down turned appearance of the lips.
Zenn Plastic SurgeryUnlike lip filler, a lip lift is a permanent surgical solution to the elongated upper lip that comes with age
Allen Aesthetic SurgeryAlternatives to lip lifts are temporary solutions to thin lips. You can see long-lasting to permanent results with a lip lift.
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Wake Plastic SurgeryFor some patients, it can be incredibly beneficial to combine an upper lip lift with additional procedures to restore youthful balance and harmony.
Zenn Plastic SurgeryDr. Zenn frequently performs a lip lift in conjunction with a facelift rather than as a stand-alone procedure. A facelift addresses sagging and volume loss in the mid-to-lower face and neck, but it does not shorten the upper lip or restore lost tooth show.
FAQ

Lip Lift in Raleigh: common questions

How much does Lip Lift cost in Raleigh?

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

How long do Lip Lift results last?

Results vary by patient, but most Raleigh 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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