Dr. Peter Lennox
1000-777 West Broadway
Vancouver, BC V5Z 4J7
Phone: (604) 876-6552
Monday–Friday: 8 a.m.–5 p.m.
(Phone hours from 9 a.m.–4 p.m.)

Lip Lift

Many people feel their upper lip doesn’t reflect the balance or expressiveness they want in their smile. If your upper lip looks thin, elongated, or lacks definition, a lip lift in Vancouver, BC, performed by Royal College–certified plastic surgeon Dr. Peter Lennox, can create a fuller, more youthful look.

What Is a Lip Lift?

A lip lift shortens the philtrum, which reduces the distance between the base of your nose and the top of your upper lip. By adjusting this small area, lip lift surgery increases lip visibility and improves facial balance without adding volume with injectable dermal fillers

Many people choose a lip lift when they want long-lasting enhancement or feel temporary injections no longer achieve the look they want.

Who Is a Good Candidate for a Lip Lift?

You may be a good candidate if you want to:

  • Create a fuller, more defined upper lip without fillers
  • Shorten an elongated philtrum
  • Improve tooth show when you smile
  • Add youthful balance to your lower face

Dr. Lennox evaluates your anatomy and goals to help you decide whether an upper lip lift is the right fit.

How Does Lip Lift Surgery Work?

A subnasal lip lift involves a small, precisely shaped incision hidden along the natural crease at the base of your nose. Dr. Lennox removes a narrow strip of skin, gently elevates the upper lip, and closes the incision with meticulous technique. This approach enhances lip shape while keeping incision placement as discreet as possible.

What Is Recovery Like After a Lip Lift?

Most patients return to normal daily activities within about a week. Mild swelling is expected and gradually settles as your new lip shape refines. The incision rests in the natural contour under the nose. As it heals, the scar typically softens and fades, becoming barely noticeable. Dr. Lennox will provide you with clear aftercare instructions to support a smooth and comfortable recovery.

Request Your Consultation

To take the next step, request a consultation by calling our office today at (604) 876-6552 or request a consultation using the online form.

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