Interested in the Lip Flip? Here are 5 things you need to know…
Full, youthful lips are always in style—and lip plumping is one of our most popular uses for dermal fillers. However, not everyone who wants their lips to look fuller necessarily wants or needs fillers to achieve their desired effect. Perhaps you want a very subtle result, or you would prefer to try out a shorter-term option (fillers can last 6 to 12 months).
If you would like to enhance your lips but feel like fillers aren’t your style, you might consider antiwrinkle injections, in a quick procedure called a “lip flip.” Our injectable specialists have been getting requests for this lip enhancement option at Hamilton Skin Clinic and patients who try it love their results.
The antiwrinkle medicine lip flip can be an excellent alternative to fillers for patients who want a more subtle lip enhancement, as well as those who want to enhance the shape of their upper lip with minimal effort.
1. What is the Lip Flip?
As the name implies, the lip flip involves using Just a few quick injections can help the upper lip relax and roll slightly upward, which allows more of the upper lip to be visible. It is an excellent alternative to fillers for patients who want a more subtle enhancement than fillers provide, or for those who want to enhance the shape of their upper lip with minimal effort.
2. How does the lip flip work?
To perform an anti-wrinkle lip flip, our injectable specialists make a series of injections just above the upper lip, into the orbicularis oris muscle, which encircles the mouth. This temporarily relaxes the part of the muscle over the upper lip, causing the lip to roll slightly upward so it appears more voluminous and defined. This muscle relaxation can also help smooth vertical lines around the lips.
Most patients notice the effects within a few days of treatment, with full results in about one week. The effects for lips lasts up to three to four months.
3. Lip Flip vs Lip Filler
The lip flip isn’t a substitute for lip fillers. We perform both at Hamilton Skin Clinic as we have patients who are better suited to one treatment or the other, or both. Our injectable specialists consider your natural lip anatomy, your desired outcome, and your personal preferences when deciding whether antiwrinkle or a dermal filler is the best lip enhancement option for you.
You likely will be happy with the Lip Flip if:
- You would like a subtly more prominent “pout” to your lips
- You feel your upper lip looks invisible when you smile
- You want fuller-looking lips but do not want additional volume
- You want a more temporary treatment (3-4 months)
Fillers are likely a better lip enhancement option if:
- You would like additional volume in the upper and/or lower lip
- You would like to address more severe vertical lip lines
- You would like to improve overall lip shape and symmetry
- You want a longer-lasting lip enhancement (6-12 months)
In some cases, the best solution for a patient is to combine neuromodulators with fillers. Using fillers to enhance lip volume and botox to lift the upper lip slightly can achieve a beautiful effect for patients with very thin lips.
4. How much does the Lip Flip cost?
A Lip Flip at Hamilton Skin Clinic is inexpensive from just $50 per treatment. If you’re surprised at how inexpensive this seems, consider that we only need a small number of units to achieve the desired “lip flip” effect.
It is important to keep in mind that the lip flip only lasts three to four months, and you’ll need to return for treatment about two to three times as often as you would for filler injections. That said can be a very cost-effective solution for patients desiring a subtle, but meaningful improvement in lip appearance.
5. How can I get a natural lip flip result?
Overtreating is a real risk with inexperienced providers and can limit your ability to move your lips normally. For instance, you may not be able to whistle or use a straw until the treatment starts to wear off if too much is used or if it is injected into the wrong location.
Schedule your Lip Flip at Hamilton Skin Clinic
Our highly trained cosmetic nurse has extensive experience with Botox and fillers. If you’re interested in checking out the lip flip yourself, we invite you to call us for a consultation 0418180949 or book online at www.hamiltonskinclinic.com.au
