Botox® Cosmetic is best known as an effective wrinkle reducer, but did you know that Botox can also be used to improve your smile and give the appearance of a fuller upper lip? When placed strategically by an experienced practitioner, Botox® can relax the upper lip and create a slight eversion or “flip” of the lip to create a fuller appearance when smiling. The result is a more contoured upper lip that appears fuller and more youthful.

Lip Flip Treatment in San Francisco

At San Francisco Plastic Surgery, we take pride in offering advanced treatments and personalized care—all with the goal of helping you look and feel your best. See our lip augmentation gallery to view real results of lip augmentation patients at Karen Horton Plastic Surgery. Emily Sespaniak, NP is our Board-Certified Nurse Practitioner and injectable expert. She offers the Botox® lip flip for patients who would like to improve the look of a thin upper lip without the commitment of lip filler.

Benefits of Lip Flip Treatment with BOTOX Cosmetic

Lip flip treatment with Botox® can:

• Create a fuller upper lip
• Improve the appearance of fine lines around the upper lip
• Give you a perfectly balanced pout

All with no downtime and quick, long-lasting results!

Your Lip Flip—What to Expect

Preparing for a Botox® Lip Flip

Minimal prep is needed for this quick and minimally invasive in-office procedure. You can minimize your chance of swelling or bruising by refraining from alcohol and blood-thinning medications such as ibuprofen or aspirin for a few days before treatment.

The Procedure

Emily will strategically place small injections of Botox® into the outer edge of your upper lip. A topical anesthetic is used to minimize discomfort. The treatment usually takes less than 10 minutes.

After Lip Flip

You may experience some mild swelling at the injection site, which typically resolves within a few hours. We just ask that you avoid exercise until the following morning after your treatment. As the muscles around your upper lip gradually relax, your final results will become visible several days after treatment. Most patients will see the final result at 2 weeks. You can expect to enjoy a younger-looking smile with a fuller upper lip for 2-3 months.

Contact San Francisco Plastic Surgery

Wondering if a Botox® lip flip might be right for you? Whatever your aesthetic concerns are, we can create a treatment plan just for you. Contact us with any questions or to schedule an appointment.