Lip Lift

A lip lift shortens the distance between the base of the nose and the upper lip (philtrum) to reveal more natural vermilion, improve upper-tooth show, and create a sharper, more youthful lip–nose junction. Dr. Leonard, a German board-certified plastic surgeon in Dubai, plans each lip lift with millimetre-level precision, carefully balancing philtral height, cupid’s bow symmetry, dental show, and facial proportions to ensure a natural result both at rest and in expression. Depending on individual anatomy, the procedure may be combined with subtle corner support or minimal volume enhancement to achieve harmony while avoiding over-eversion or an artificial appearance. The result is a shorter, more youthful philtrum, refined cupid’s bow definition, improved lip visibility without bulky filler, clearer facial framing at the base of the nose, and a durable enhancement that ages naturally over time. Ideal candidates include individuals with an elongated upper lip, reduced vermilion show, limited tooth display at rest, heaviness beneath the nose, or those seeking improved lip definition with less reliance on fillers, as well as patients in good overall health who desire subtle, structural refinement rather than added volume.

Dr. Leonard approaches lip lift surgery with a three-dimensional focus on the entire mouth frame rather than simply shortening skin beneath the nose. His planning carefully considers philtral height, vermilion show, lip shape, and subtle volume balance to achieve proportionate, natural results that age gracefully. Rather than pursuing an aggressive, single-step correction, he often favours staged refinement, tailoring each plan to the individual. Depending on anatomy and goals, a lip lift may be complemented by selective autologous fat micro-grafting to enhance cupid’s bow definition or support the white roll after healing, as well as perioral skin treatments such as laser or chemical peels to refine texture and contour. A lip lift is particularly suitable for patients whose upper lip and philtrum have lengthened over time, with reduced vermilion visibility and limited upper-tooth show at rest, while maintaining adequate skin quality for a crisp cupid’s bow. In these cases, restoring proportion through precise philtral shortening creates a defined, youthful lip–nose junction and a naturally brighter, more expressive smile.

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