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 Washington clinics below and request a free consultation.
$3,000 to $6,000
per procedure · USD
A general range for Washington, rounded for guidance. Confirm exact pricing with each clinic.
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Congressional Plastic Surgery | Christopher C. Chang, M.D. is a plastic surgery practice in Washington, District of Columbia, rated 5 stars across 347 Google reviews, performing 23 tracked procedures.
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Dr. Praful Ramineni at District Plastic Surgery is a plastic surgery practice in Washington, District of Columbia, rated 4.8 stars across 569 Google reviews, performing 25 tracked procedures.
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MedStar Health Plastic Surgery at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital is a plastic surgery practice in Washington, District of Columbia, rated 4.8 stars across 211 Google reviews, performing 18 tracked procedures.
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MedStar Health Plastic Surgery at MedStar Washington Hospital Center is a plastic surgery practice in Washington, District of Columbia, rated 4.9 stars across 134 Google reviews, performing 18 tracked procedures.
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M.R. Khalifeh, MD is a plastic surgery practice in Washington, District of Columbia, rated 4.8 stars across 174 Google reviews, performing 24 tracked procedures.
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Somenek + Pittman MD - Plastic Surgery is a plastic surgery practice in Washington, District of Columbia, rated 4.7 stars across 183 Google reviews, performing 23 tracked procedures.
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Ariel N Rad, MD, PhD, FACS is a plastic surgery practice in Washington, District of Columbia, rated 4.7 stars across 102 Google reviews, performing 14 tracked procedures.
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Jonathan Cabin, MD is a plastic surgery practice in Washington, District of Columbia, rated 4.8 stars across 58 Google reviews, performing 13 tracked procedures.
No Washington clinics list Lip Lift yet. These are the closest cities where providers are available now.
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 Washington area list lip lift. From Google Places listings; hours and locations change, so confirm with the practice.
What 9 Washington 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.
Techniques named for lip lift: Gull-wing lip lift.
You can also combine a lip lift with a facelift, neck lift, or other similar procedures to combat the signs of aging on other parts of the face.
Corner lip lift: If the outer corners of your lips turn down, this procedure can provide improvement. Incisions are made on the edge of the upper, outer-lip. Triangles of tissue are then removed to turn the lips up.
Corner lip lift: If the outer corners of your lips turn down, this procedure can provide improvement. Incisions are made on the edge of the upper, outer-lip. Triangles of tissue are then removed to turn the lips up.
Dr. Khalifeh employs an perinasal/endonasal approach to lip lifting. The scar is hidden along the inferior border of the nose/ala, slightly jetting inward in nostril opennings. The procedure is done under local anesthesia with light oral sedation (valium).
A local upper lip lift typically takes one hour to perform and is performed in an outpatient setting. It is frequently performed under local anesthesia, which numbs the area for maximal comfort.
Lip lift surgery has permanent results and minimal downtime.
You should expect long-lasting results from your lip lift.
You should expect long-lasting results from your lip lift.
With an upper lip lift, any pain is quite minimal. Due to the location of the surgery, some visible suture lines and some visible swelling can take about a week to resolve.
Also called a “bullhorn lip lift,” this modified upper lip lift involves an incision placed just under your nose, which allows Dr. Cabin to elevate your upper lip while maintaining the natural curve of your mouth.
while the results of your lip lift will be long-lasting and even permanent, lip fillers usually only last several months, so you’ll need to repeat your treatment.
You may be a good candidate for a lip lift if you feel the distance between your nose and lip is too long, or that the upper lip is relatively thin.
If a lip lift is the only procedure you are having performed then it can easily be done under just local anesthesia, much like a dental operation.
Lip lifts are minimally invasive procedures that can be performed under local anesthetic in an outpatient setting. They are designed to create more definition in your upper lip by slightly repositioning and removing a small strip of skin between your upper lip and nose.
A lip lift is an ideal procedure for patients looking to enhance their smile . Because there is little to no downtime associated with it, you'll be able to return to work shortly following your procedure.
An upper lip lift refines proportion rather than alters identity. Unlike injectable fillers , which add transient volume, a surgical lift repositions the lip itself, producing enduring improvement in shape and balance.
An upper lip lift shortens this vertical distance, re-establishing harmony among the nose, lips, and chin while restoring a natural curvature and renewed vitality to the smile.
Lip Lift generally runs $3,000 to $6,000 per procedure, and each Washington 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 Washington clinics for a personalized quote.
Initial results in 2 to 4 weeks, with full results developing over 3 months as collagen builds. Washington providers typically schedule follow-ups to track progress.
Results vary by patient, but most Washington providers report 6 to 18 months of sustained benefit from a full Lip Lift series.
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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