Lip Lift Surgery
Licensed Surgeons 20+ Years- Enhances Lip Shape
- Natural-Looking Results
- Accredited Partner Hospitals
| Details |
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| Surgery Time |
| Return to Work |
| Full Recovery |
| Anaesthesia |
| Location |
| Information |
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| 45 - 60 minutes |
| 3 - 5 days |
| 1 - 2 weeks |
| Local Anaesthesia (Option for Sedation) |
| UK & Europe |
A Lip Lift is an elegant surgical procedure designed to permanently enhance the shape, volume, and youthfulness of the upper lip. By shortening the distance between the base of the nose and the top of the lip, this procedure rolls the upper lip outward, increasing the visible “pink” of the lip and restoring a perfectly proportioned, sensual pout.
Treatment
At Shumaila’s London, we ensure you never walk the path of your surgical journey alone. From your initial consultation through to your final transformational result, our dedicated medical experts will be by your side, providing compassionate and continuous support.
The Procedure
As we age, the philtrum (the space between the nose and the upper lip) naturally lengthens, causing the upper lip to roll inward and look thinner. A “Bullhorn” lip lift precisely removes a small strip of excess skin just beneath the nostrils. This physically elevates the lip edge (vermilion border), making the lips look naturally fuller and more prominent without the “duck” look sometimes associated with overfilling. At Shumaila’s London, we tailor every aspect of this treatment to your unique anatomy and aspirations, ensuring a premium experience that is synonymous with our brand.
Key Benefits
Permanent Fullness: Increases the visible vermilion (pink part of the lip) permanently.
Improved Proportions: Shortens a long philtrum, a key indicator of youthfulness in the lower face.
Enhanced Smile: Often allows for better “tooth show” when smiling or resting.
Zero Filler Fatigue: Eliminates the continuous maintenance and cost of dermal lip fillers.
Excellent 4.9 out of 5
Safety & Effectiveness
All Lip Lift Surgery procedures at Shumaila’s are performed by licensed surgeons with over 20 years of experience, operating exclusively in internationally accredited partner hospitals. Every procedure follows rigorous pre-operative assessment, intraoperative safety protocols, and comprehensive post-operative aftercare to ensure the highest standards of patient safety and clinical outcomes.
Pricing & Financing
| PROCEDURE NAME | PRICE |
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| Face Surgery - | £From 4500 |
0% finance options available. Ask your consultant for details.
Book a consultationExpect results in…
Day 1–3
Initial swelling and bruising is normal. Rest and follow aftercare instructions carefully.
Week 1–2
Dressings removed. Swelling begins to subside. Most patients feel comfortable at home.
Week 3–6
Visible improvement in contour and shape. Return to light activities as advised.
Month 2–3
Significant results visible. Residual swelling continues to resolve gradually.
Month 6–12
Final results fully established. Scars continue to mature and fade naturally.
Post-Operative Aftercare
Why choose Shumaila’s for Lip Lift?
- Licensed Surgeons with 20+ Years Experience — Every procedure is performed by a fully licensed, internationally experienced surgeon.
- Accredited Partner Hospitals — All general anaesthesia procedures are performed in internationally accredited hospitals, never in a standard clinic setting.
- Bespoke Patient Journey — From your first consultation through to full recovery, you receive dedicated, personalised care.
- 25+ Years of Shumaila’s Excellence — Trusted by thousands of patients across London, Essex and beyond.
Frequent Asked Questions
The incision is carefully hidden in the natural shadow at the base of your nostrils, healing to a very faint, unnoticeable line.
A lip lift is a permanent structural change that enhances lip height, while fillers add temporary volume. A lift completely avoids the “puffy” filler look.
Yes. Once fully healed, you can still use small amounts of filler if you desire extra plumpness, but most patients find they no longer need it.
You can return to normal activities in a few days. Stitches are removed at around 5-7 days, and swelling subsides within 2 weeks.
No. When performed correctly by our expert surgeons, the base of the nose and nostrils are not distorted.
While it varies by face shape, a youthful female philtrum (the space between the nose and upper lip) is typically between 11mm and 13mm. A lip lift physically shortens this distance.
The surgeon carefully calibrates the amount of skin removed. The goal is to increase “tooth show” slightly at rest and during a smile, avoiding excessive gum exposure (a “gummy smile”).
Yes. By precisely designing the bullhorn excision, the surgeon can lift one side of the lip slightly more than the other to dramatically improve facial symmetry.
Your upper lip will feel incredibly tight and swollen for the first 1 to 2 weeks, leading to a temporary alteration in speech and eating habits. This completely resolves as the swelling subsides.
No, a standard bullhorn lip lift only addresses the upper lip. Enhancing the lower lip typically requires dermal fillers or fat grafting.
Yes. The excision of skin physically changes the anatomy of your lip permanently. However, you will continue to age naturally, and skin laxity may naturally recur decades later.
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