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Cosmetic Surgery · Wilmington, North Carolina

Lip Lift in Wilmington

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 Wilmington clinics below and request a free consultation.

Typical cost in Wilmington

$3,000 to $6,000

per procedure · USD

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

Surgeon directory

Lip Lift surgeons in Wilmington

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

Lip Lift surgeons in Wilmington

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

Mark W. Morgan, MD, FACS in Wilmington

Mark W. Morgan, MD, FACS

Wilmington

5.0 (105) · Google

Mark W. Morgan, MD, FACS is a plastic surgery practice in Wilmington, North Carolina, rated 5 stars across 105 Google reviews, performing 14 tracked procedures.

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Adam D. Glener, MD in Wilmington

Adam D. Glener, MD

Wilmington

5.0 (40) · Google

Adam D. Glener, MD is a plastic surgery practice in Wilmington, North Carolina, rated 5 stars across 40 Google reviews, performing 16 tracked procedures.

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Wilmington Plastic Surgery & Med Spa in Wilmington

Wilmington Plastic Surgery & Med Spa

Wilmington

4.5 (112) · Google

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Wilmington Plastic Surgery & Med Spa is a plastic surgery practice in Wilmington, North Carolina, rated 4.5 stars across 112 Google reviews, performing 14 tracked procedures.

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Nearest Lip Lift providers to Wilmington

No Wilmington 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 Wilmington: the numbers

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

  • Together the 3 with Google reviews hold 257 reviews at an average rating of 4.8; 2 have 100 or more.
From their own websites

What Wilmington lip lift practices state about themselves

What 3 Wilmington 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 Surgery (1)
  • 1 of 3 state they are Fellows of the American College of Surgeons (FACS)
  • 1 of 3 state a free consultation
  • 1 of 3 show before-and-after photos on their site

Techniques named for lip lift: Subnasal lip lift.

In their words

Mark W. Morgan, MD, FACSsubnasal lip lift to address this issue by removing a small amount of skin from directly under the nose, in a pattern such that the upper lip contour is made more youthful. The incision is made at the base of the nose, which allows for a discreet scar placement.
Adam D. Glener, MDsubnasal lip lift to address this issue by removing a small amount of skin from directly under the nose, in a pattern such that the upper lip contour is made more youthful. The incision is made at the base of the nose, which allows for a discreet scar placement.
Wilmington Plastic Surgery & Med Spasubnasal lip lift to address this issue by removing a small amount of skin from directly under the nose, in a pattern such that the upper lip contour is made more youthful. The incision is made at the base of the nose, which allows for a discreet scar placement.
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Mark W. Morgan, MD, FACSDr. Glener prefers a subnasal lip lift to address this issue by removing a small amount of skin from directly under the nose
Adam D. Glener, MDDr. Glener prefers a subnasal lip lift to address this issue by removing a small amount of skin from directly under the nose
Wilmington Plastic Surgery & Med SpaDr. Glener prefers a subnasal lip lift to address this issue by removing a small amount of skin from directly under the nose
FAQ

Lip Lift in Wilmington: common questions

How much does Lip Lift cost in Wilmington?

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

Can I wear makeup after Lip Lift?

Most patients wait 24 hours before applying makeup to avoid irritation on freshly-treated skin.

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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