Treatments
Lip Lift
A lip lift is a cosmetic procedure designed to enhance the appearance of the lips and the area around the mouth. It focuses on lifting the upper lip to create a more defined, youthful, and aesthetically pleasing shape. This surgery targets the space between the nose and upper lip, known as the philtrum, and helps increase the visibility of the upper teeth while providing a fuller appearance to the lips.
Mr Waseem Bhat typically makes a small incision just below the nose, carefully removing a small section of skin. By excising this skin, the upper lip is lifted, allowing for better lip projection and definition. Sutures are then used to close the incision, resulting in a shorter distance between the nose and the upper lip, accentuating the lips’ natural curvature and enhancing facial harmony.
Side effects will be discussed prior to surgery, and you may experience mild swelling, bruising, and discomfort around the lip area. Recovery time varies, but we expect you to be able to resume normal activities within a week. Following specific post-operative instructions, such as keeping the head elevated, using cold compresses, and taking prescribed medications, helps manage discomfort and promotes proper healing.
Long-term aftercare involves keeping the incision area clean and following Mr Bhat’s advice on skincare. Results become more apparent as swelling subsides, revealing enhanced lip aesthetics and facial symmetry, providing a natural and harmonious appearance to the lips and surrounding areas. Attending follow-up appointments is crucial for monitoring healing progress and ensuring optimal outcomes. These are typically arranged at 1 week, 6 weeks and 3 months after surgery.
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At a glance
Duration of procedure:
60 mins
Hospital Stay:
Day-case procedure
Back to work:
5-7 days
Resume driving:
5-7 days
Resume exercise:
7 days
Anaesthesia:
Local anaesthetic
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Treatment
Frequently asked questions
Am I suitable for a lip lift?
Patients who are deemed suitable for a lip lift are often unhappy with the size and shape of their lips. These patients will generally be looking for a longer term solution that creates a fuller look to the lips, rather than making regular trips to a clinic for a less invasive procedure. At the consultation we’ll assess your general health and medical history, as well as discussing your motivations for treatment, before deciding if surgery is your best option.
Is a lip lift safe?
Mr Bhat and his team prioritises patient safety. The procedure is tailored not just to ensure the right outcome, but also to ensure the methods used are safe and effective. Mr Bhat is a talented, experienced consultant plastic surgeon who has performed many procedures of this nature throughout his career.
Will it hurt?
Although this is a relatively straightforward procedure, cutting into the skin will provide a degree of pain and discomfort. The procedure can be safely carried out under a local anaesthetic and there isn’t usually the need for a general anaesthetic where you will be asleep through the surgery with a lip lift. Pain relief will be prescribed for you to take at home in the days and weeks that follow the surgery, helping you manage any discomfort.
How soon after surgery can I wash?
Although you can wash your face and hair as soon as the next day, you should be careful not to get the lips or mouth area wet. The wounds will need around 2 weeks of healing before a bath / shower or swimming is allowed, although this period may be extended if healing is delayed.
What results can I expect?
A lip lift aims for a more defined upper lip, increased tooth exposure, enhanced lip shape, and a youthful appearance, accentuating facial harmony and balance. Increased tooth exposure from a lip lift enhances smile aesthetics, creating a youthful appearance. This contributes to facial harmony, and is often perceived as a sign of vitality and attractiveness.
Testimonials
What our patients say...
Had upper blepharoplasty with Mr Bhat in the 28th April, he was assisted by Nicki, who was absolutely lovely, she held my hand whilst I was having my local anaesthetic.
They were both making me laugh the throughout the procedure. I’m so pleased I chose Coppergate everyone was brilliant from the consultation through to the aftercare.
Joanne Woolley
I plucked up courage to have upper blepharaplasty with Waseem Bhat, I had two zoom consultations before going ahead with surgery.
I was very nervous but Waseem and Nicki made me feel completely at ease during surgery. Everything was explained to me and I felt in safe hands. I’ve just returned to the clinic for my sutures removing and even though it’s early days I can already see such an improvement I’m extremely pleased. It boosts your confidence and makes you feel so much happier with yourself.
AT
Upper blepharaplasty with waseem bhat, amazing surgeon made me feel completely at ease. Very knowledgeable and explained everything to me. I felt in such safe hands he was really reassuring.
Pete Lewis
I was really nervous about having a procedure on my face.
Straight away after meeting Dr Waseem Bhat and his assistant I felt at ease. I’m really happy I chose to travel to Coppergate and Dr Waseem for my surgery as my results are exactly what I wanted. Thank you so much
Clare Schofield
Thank you so much for the belly button revision it looks amazing! I’m so happy.
Danielle Grant
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