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Lip Lift in Tampa & St. Petersburg

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Fuller Lips, Natural-looking Results

Lip Lift at Narasimhan Plastic Surgery

Dr. Kailash Narasimhan applies aesthetic artistry and anatomical precision to lip procedures, whether surgical or non-surgical.

With dual board certifications and years of expertise in facial plastic surgery, he ensures procedures are tailored to your facial structure, lifestyle, and personal goals. Advanced techniques and natural-looking results are supported by thorough consultations and compassionate care, bringing out your best, with full lips that still feel very much you.

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Lip Lift at a Glance

  • Versatile Options – Includes surgical lip lift, lip implants, and non-surgical fillers
  • Procedure Time – 30 minutes for fillers, 1–2 hours for surgical lift under local or general anesthesia
  • Downtime – Fillers: none to 1 day; Lip lift: minimal swelling, return fully in 1–2 weeks
  • Subtle Results – Natural shape and balanced proportions
  • Longevity – Fillers last 6–12 months; lip lift provides permanent structural change

Your Signature Smile, Refined

What is Lip Enhancement?

Lip enhancement encompasses a range of procedures designed to improve lip shape, volume, symmetry, and overall appearance. Options include:

  • Surgical Lip Lift: Reshapes the upper lip by removing a small strip of skin under the nose, shortening the distance to the red lip and creating a permanent, subtle "Cupid's bow" lift.
  • Lip Implants: Soft, biocompatible devices inserted into the lips to provide long-lasting volume.
  • Non-Surgical Fillers: Hyaluronic acid injections to add temporary volume and shape with minimal downtime.

Each option addresses aging, thin lips, asymmetry, or aesthetic preferences in a way that harmonizes with your unique facial anatomy.

The Details That Define the Difference

What is the Lip Lift procedure like?

Lip Fillers

  • Takes 30 minutes under local anesthesia with topical numbing.
  • Dermal filler is injected strategically to add volume, shape, or hydration.
  • Minor swelling or bruising may result, but you can return to your daily routines immediately.

Surgical Lip Lift

  • A 1–2 hour outpatient procedure under local or general anesthesia.
  • A small strip of skin under the nose is removed; lip tissue is lifted and secured.
  • Sutures placed for precise healing; moderate swelling and downtime follow.

Lip Implants

  • Performed in the office with local anesthesia.
  • Small incisions allow implant placement; incisions are closed with fine sutures.
  • Glass swelling; recovery similar to lip lift.
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Age, Asymmetry, and Lost Volume — Solved

What conditions does Lip Lift address?

  • Thin or aging lips with lost volume
  • Asymmetry between the top and bottom lips
  • Downturned lip corners or a long upper lip
  • Lip lines (smoker’s lines) or lost Cupid’s bow definition
  • Desire for fuller lips with natural aesthetics

Rebalancing Your Smile’s First Impression

What are the benefits of Lip Lift?

  • Boosted Lip Shape: Defines Cupid’s bow and improves symmetry
  • Youthful Volume: Plumps thin lips with subtle volume
  • Naturally You: Permanent lift keeps lips looking refreshed without looking "done"
  • Minimal Scarring: Incisions are hidden under the nose or inside the lip
  • Enhanced Expression: Makes smiles more defined while preserving natural movement

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Candid About Candidacy

Am I a candidate for a Lip Lift?

Ideal candidates are healthy adults seeking subtle enhancement or correction of lip shape, volume, or asymmetry.

Surgical options require good skin quality and realistic goals. Lip fillers are suitable for those seeking temporary volume with minimal recovery time. All candidates should avoid procedures while pregnant or with certain connective tissue issues.

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Your Post-Procedure Lip Care Guide

Lip Lift Recovery

Non-Surgical Fillers:

  • Mild swelling/bruising lasting 1–2 days; no downtime

Lip Lift:

  • Days 1–3: Swelling and mild discomfort, cold compresses help
  • Days 4–7: Sutures removed; most public-ready
  • Weeks 2–4: Swelling continues fading; final shape appears

Lip Implants:

  • Similar timeline with swelling and sutures removed around day 7

Avoid straws, strenuous activity, and lip manipulation during the initial recovery period.

Your Best Lips, Fully Revealed

Lip Lift Results

Every enhancement retains natural movement—no artificial or stiff appearance.

Fillers: Final shape is visible in 2 weeks; the results last 6–12 months, depending on the product.

Lip Lift/Implants: Immediate lift, but the true shape emerges in 4–6 weeks; results are long-term with proper care, including washing and sun protection.

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Balance, Precision, and Bespoke Care

Why Choose Narasimhan Plastic Surgery for a Lip Lift?

Dr. Narasimhan’s dual board certification and refined approach ensure that your lip procedure is treated as part of your facial architecture. Whether lifting a lip, adding soft volume, or balancing shape, his work emphasizes harmony, function, and subtle elegance. Patients enjoy his in-depth consults, clear planning, and attentive aftercare, ensuring every outcome is personal, beautiful, and authentically you.

Double Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon Dr. Kailash Narasimhan

dedicated to your care

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Dr. Narasimhan’s passion for plastic surgery is evident in his impressive credentials, which include:

Double board certification

American Board of Plastic Surgery and American Board of Otolaryngology (Head & Neck Surgery)

Guest Faculty

Guest faculty at internationally renowned cosmetic surgery meetings, such as the Dallas Cosmetic Symposium

Lip Lift

Frequently Asked Questions

Usually mild discomfort; topical numbing makes the injection easy.

No—perfectly preserved mobility and expression.

Yes—soft, FDA-approved implants are well-tolerated with a low risk.

Yes—fillers or a lift can smooth vertical lip lines.

Gentle kissing is fine after 1 week of healing.

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