lip plastic surgery
Lip Plastic Surgery & Reconstruction
Aesthetic and reconstructive lip surgery for harmony, natural volume and correction of congenital or post-traumatic asymmetries.
Duration
1-3 hours
Anesthesia
Local anesthesia with sedation or general
Result
Definitive result, visible at 4-6 weeks; permanent
Overview
Lip plastic and reconstructive surgery brings together techniques that correct the shape, size, contour and symmetry of the lips. Dr. Mubariz Mammadli plans each case from the patient's individual anatomy: Cupid's bow, vermilion, philtrum and the mucocutaneous junction must be evaluated together for a result that looks natural at rest and in motion.
The procedure suits both patients seeking aesthetic improvement (asymmetric lips, thin vermilion, downturned corners) and those needing reconstruction after trauma, oncologic excisions or correction of cleft-lip sequelae. The technique is individualized β V-Y plasty, lip advancement, Z-plasty, grafts or local flaps β to deliver optimal shape, volume and function.
Who it is for
- Patients with asymmetric lips, blurred contour or thin vermilion
- People who want a definitive surgical solution instead of fillers
- Patients with post-traumatic sequelae or scars after cleft lip
- People with downturned corners who want contour remodeling
- Good general health and realistic expectations
Procedure overview
- Consultation with photo analysis and lip design planning
- Local anesthesia with sedation or general anesthesia (depending on complexity)
- Incisions planned in transition zones for discreet scars
- Vermilion remodeling, Cupid's bow repositioning, asymmetry correction or defect reconstruction
- Fine multilayer sutures for precise contour and optimal healing
Recovery and aftercare
- Moderate swelling for 5-7 days, gradually resolving
- Local hygiene and healing ointments as instructed
- Soft diet and limited wide mouth movements for 7-10 days
- Suture removal at 5-7 days
- Strict sun protection for 3 months for discreet scars
Frequently asked questions
How is this different from hyaluronic acid fillers?
Fillers give temporary volume (6-12 months) through injection. Lip plastic surgery changes shape, contour and volume surgically and permanently β ideal for patients who no longer want to repeat injectable treatments.
Will the scars be visible?
Incisions are planned in the mucocutaneous junction or natural folds, and fine multilayer sutures produce discreet scars that become practically invisible after 6-12 months of maturation.
Can it be combined with a BullHorn lip lift?
Yes. Many aesthetic cases benefit from combining vermilion plasty with a BullHorn lip lift for philtrum shortening and forward projection of the upper lip.
How long is recovery?
Social activity resumes in 7-10 days, after suture removal and swelling reduction. The final shape stabilizes at 4-6 weeks.
Can adult cleft-lip sequelae be corrected?
Yes. We routinely treat post-cheiloplasty sequelae with secondary reconstruction β scar revision, Cupid's bow repositioning and vermilion remodeling for a harmonious appearance.
Relevant results
Facial harmony
Combined before and after image for discreet facial harmonization.
Balanced profile
Combined before and after image for profile refinement.
Natural contour
Combined before and after image for more balanced proportions.
Individual results may vary. Images are shared with patient consent.
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