Lip flip vs Lip filler

Thanks to celebrities and social media, the rise of people wanting to augment their lips with temporary fillers has significantly increased over the last several years. But have you recently heard about someone getting a lip flip? What is the difference between a lip flip and lip filler?

What is a lip flip?

Does your lip ever curl under and disappear when you smile? Then the lip flip may be the solution you are looking for. A lip flip is done with a neurotoxin such as: Botox or Dysport and injected into the muscle above the top lip. This will allow the top lip to relax and lift up giving it more height and appearing as if there is more volume.

How long does a lip flip last?

The lip flip can last between 10 and 12 weeks making this a 3-4 times a year treatment.

What are lip fillers?

Hyaluronic fillers are the best and most commonly used filler for lips. Lip filler is performed by an injection of the hyaluronic acid filler into the body of the lips to create more definition, smoothness, and overall volume.

How long do lip fillers last?

Lip fillers can last between 9-12 months.

Can you get a lip flip and lip fillers at the same time?

The lip flip and lip filler are different products treating different anatomy. Sometimes, these treatments are performed in collaboration to achieve both overall volume from the filler and a lift from the lip flip.