FACIAL SURGERY

Lip Lift Surgery

Lip Lift Melbourne

Lip lift surgery changes the look of the mouth by lifting the top lip.

About Upper Lip Lift Surgery

Lip lift surgery is performed on adults and is designed to lift the top lip.

Lip lift plastic surgery involves the surgeon operating above the lip line to make the top lip more visible.

The aim of the procedure is to reduce the space between the nose and the top of the lip (the philtrum), essentially raising the lip upwards to create a larger top lip.

An upper lip lift is also suitable for those who have a drooping top lip, whether due to genetics, medical conditions, or the natural ageing process, the top lip hangs low, covering the upper teeth. This is called lip ptosis.

Lip Lift vs Lip Fillers

When most people think of changing the shape of their lips, their first thought might be dermal fillers.

Lip fillers are designed to increase the size and volume of the lip by injecting product into the skin. Typically, fillers last around 6-12 months; over time, our bodies will naturally break it down, it will exit the body, and the lips will return to their original state. As such, maintenance appointments are needed.

The length of time lip fillers last will vary depending on lifestyle factors as well as your age, skin type, and condition of the skin.

The advantage of top lip lift surgery is that unlike fillers, results are permanent. A lip lift can:

  • Change the shape of your smile
  • Show more of your teeth when smiling and talking
  • Balance out your facial features
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Your Consultation
Initial consultation:

Lip Lift surgery patients first meet Mr Mutimer where you will discuss the procedure in detail, technique to be used and recovery time. Photos will be taken. You will receive information about the surgery itself, the surgeon who will perform the surgery and costs.

Second consultation:

Once you have had time to review all the information from the first consultation and you want to progress with your surgical journey you will meet Mr Mutimer again for a further consultation.

You will also meet with the Patient Advisor and Practice Nurse to discuss surgical documentation and pre and post-operative care instructions.

7 days after this consultation your surgery dates can be booked and payments made.

Lip Lift Surgery Cost

  • Initial Consultation – $250

  • Procedure – $9,200 (Surgeons fee, hospital fees, anaesthetist fees & up to 6 weeks after care appointments with practice nurse)

Please note that lip lift costs provided are indicative only – intended to give patients a realistic estimate of associated costs. Actual lip lift cost may vary depending on individual patient circumstances.

Prospective patients often wish to see photos of people who have previously had this surgery. We don’t share these images on the website as we respect our patients privacy, however they are available during a consultation.

Cosmetic Surgery is real surgery and requires a general anaesthetic, both carry risks. All surgery has a post operative recovery time. We will discuss this in detail at your consultation. Your recovery time may be impacted by a range of factors, including your type of work, personal responsibilities, support available, and your health history, as well as the surgery itself. All surgery carries risks, complications are not common but they can occur and these will be discussed at your consultations.

Our Lip Lift Surgeon

Lip lift surgery in Melbourne is performed by specialist plastic surgeon, Mr Keith Mutimer AM in Melbourne and is performed as a day surgery.

Mr Mutimer also performs a range of non-surgical face procedures, including fillers, as part of his work with The Skin Institute, also located in Brighton.

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Why Choose Brighton Plastic Surgery?

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30+ Years' Experience

30+ Years’ Experience

Honesty and Integrity

Honesty & Integrity

Post-operative Support

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