Who is this treatment for?
You can consider a lip flip if your upper lip seems to “disappear” when you smile. This is often indicated when you want a subtle and natural result, without volumizing injections. The treatment can also help if you are looking to better define the Cupid’s bow. Depending on your anatomy, it can help balance a slight gummy smile.
This treatment is usually avoided during pregnancy or breastfeeding. It is also postponed in case of a skin infection in the area, or a history of allergy to a component. If you have a neuromuscular disease, a prior evaluation is necessary.
Session Procedure
The session usually lasts 10 to 15 minutes, excluding reception time.
The injections are placed at the border of the upper lip, sometimes near the Cupid’s bow. The pattern depends on your smile and the mobility of your lip.
The lip flip uses botulinum toxin.
A very fine needle is generally sufficient. Anesthesia is not systematic. You can request it if you are afraid of needles.
You express your goal of definition and subtlety. The practitioner adjusts the strategy to your anatomy. The injection points remain few. You resume your activities immediately afterward, in most cases.
Results
The effect often appears in a few days. The result becomes more noticeable around 7 to 14 days, depending on your reactivity. The result remains progressive and discreet, without altering the actual volume. The observed duration is often around 3 to 4 months, sometimes longer depending on the individual. If the result seems too subtle, an adjustment can be discussed at the follow-up appointment, according to the usual stabilization period.
Aftercare and Recommendations
You may observe small redness, slight swelling, or minor bruising at the injection sites. These signs generally disappear quickly.
During the first 24 hours, it is best to avoid:
- firm massage of the area;
- intense heat (sauna, steam room);
- very intense exercise;
- excessive alcohol, if you tend to bruise easily.
If you notice significant functional discomfort (whistling, difficulty drinking through a straw, unusual asymmetry), contact the clinic for re-evaluation.
Pricing
The lip flip is based on botulinum toxin. The indicative price is: €400 / vial. A personalized quote will be provided during the consultation, depending on your needs and the required quantity.
