Upper Lip Shortening in Cancun

Improve the proportion and appearance of your smile

Upper lip shortening is a surgical procedure designed to reduce the length of the upper lip, achieving a more attractive and balanced smile. This procedure is ideal for those who wish to correct an elongated upper lip and enhance the aesthetics of their smile.

Lip elevation is an important procedure in facial feminization, as lips tend to be shorter in the vertical plane and more prominent in females. The procedure essentially involves removing a small portion of skin just below the nose and elevating the lip edge to match and shorten the distance between the lip and the mouth. It is normal to use fillers if the volume appears inadequate after the surgery.

FACIAL FILLERS AND BOTULINUM TOXIN

In facial feminization, as a final touch to the surgery, some hyaluronic acid facial fillers may be applied to eliminate expression lines or make necessary adjustments to harmonize the face.

Juvederm is a brand of fillers used for expression lines, lips, chin, cheeks, under the eyes, or along the jawline, providing durable and natural-looking results.

Botulinum toxin blocks nerve signals that cause muscle contraction, so when applied in small doses, it relaxes the muscles and reduces wrinkles. Injections are known by brand names such as Botox, Daxxify, Dysport, Xeomin, and Jeuveau, but they can have the same effect and vary in their longevity.

With Dr. Marco Carmona, a Certified Aesthetic and Plastic Surgeon, you can undergo your upper lip shortening procedure in Cancun with complete confidence.

Postoperative Follow-Up

• Swelling and bruising: Disappear in the first weeks.
• Stitch removal: After seven to ten days.
• Recovery: Normal activities can be resumed in two weeks.
• Final result: Visible at three months.

Frequently Asked Questions

• How long does complete recovery take? Most patients recover in two to four weeks, but final results may take up to three months.
• Is the procedure painful? There may be discomfort, but it is well managed with painkillers.
• Will there be visible scars? Incisions are usually minimal and made in discreet areas, so scars are practically invisible.