A lip lift shortens the space between the base of the nose and the upper lip, a distance that lengthens naturally with age, restoring a more youthful proportion to the lower face. Unlike fillers, which add volume, a lip lift changes the lip's position and shape, gently rolling the upper lip outward to reveal more of its natural fullness and, often, a subtle show of the upper teeth at rest.

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Dr. Denton performs a deep plane lip lift, a more advanced technique than the traditional skin-only approach. Rather than relying on the skin to hold the new lip position, the lift is anchored in the deeper tissue layers beneath it. Because the deeper structures carry the tension, the incision heals under minimal strain — supporting a finer scar and a result designed to hold its position over time. In consultation, Dr. Denton measures your philtrum length, lip shape, and overall facial proportions to determine whether a lip lift will enhance your features, and the consultation will make clear whether it's the right choice for you.