Subtle Lift. Enhanced Smile. Natural-Looking Confidence.
Sometimes small refinements create the biggest impact. A Lip Flip is a delicate, minimally invasive procedure that uses Botox to relax the muscles around the mouth, allowing the upper lip to gently roll outward, creating the appearance of fuller, more shapely lips without adding volume.
At Spectrum Skin Clinic, we use precision techniques to ensure your Lip Flip enhances natural beauty and expression—never a frozen or artificial look. Perfect for patients seeking a softer, more youthful smile without committing to dermal fillers.
What Is a Lip Flip and How Does It Work?
A Lip Flip involves carefully placing small amounts of Botox into the orbicularis oris muscle—the muscle surrounding the lips.
When relaxed, this muscle allows the upper lip to subtly “flip” outward, exposing more of the natural pink lip tissue and creating a fuller, softer appearance.
Unlike fillers, which add volume by injecting hyaluronic acid gel, the Lip Flip simply enhances the position of your existing lip structure.
The technique also helps improve smile aesthetics, particularly for patients with a gummy smile or lips that disappear when smiling.
What Can a Lip Flip Address?
- Enhance the appearance of thin lips without adding volume
- Soften vertical lip lines (smoker’s lines)
- Reduce gummy smile by relaxing the upper lip lift
- Improve lip curvature and balance at rest and with animation
- Subtly hydrate and soften the overall look of the lips
Who Is an Ideal Candidate?
You may be a good candidate if you:
- Feel your upper lip disappears when smiling
- Want a gentle lip enhancement without committing to fillers
- Are concerned about overfilling or looking unnatural
- Have mild perioral lines (lip wrinkles) you want to soften
- Seek a conservative first step before considering lip filler
The Lip Flip is best for patients seeking subtle enhancement rather than dramatic volume changes.
What to Expect During and After Treatment
- Treatment typically takes 10–15 minutes
- A few tiny injections are placed strategically above the upper lip border
- No anesthesia is necessary, though topical numbing is available
- Minimal discomfort, no real downtime
Post-treatment:
- Mild swelling or tightness for 1–2 days is common
- Full results appear in about 5–7 days after injection
- Minor adjustments, if needed, can be made at the 2-week mark
Because Botox relaxes the lip muscles, some patients notice slight changes when drinking from straws or pronouncing certain words during the first few days—this resolves quickly as the muscle adjusts.
How Long Does a Lip Flip Last?
- Results typically last 8–12 weeks, slightly shorter than traditional Botox in other areas because of the high muscle activity around the mouth
- Maintenance treatments are typically scheduled every 3 months for ongoing effect
Patients often find that results improve subtly over time as muscle memory shifts and the dynamic pull on the lips lessens.
Combination Therapies
For enhanced results, a Lip Flip can be combined with:
- Lip filler (e.g., Restylane Kysse, Belotero Balance) to add subtle volume and definition
- Microneedling or Skin Boosters around the lips to improve skin texture and elasticity
- Lower face Botox to relax downward pull from DAO muscles (corners of the mouth)
Carefully layered treatments allow for full perioral rejuvenation, maintaining youthful movement and expression.
Lip Flip vs Lip Filler: Which Is Right for You?
| Feature | Lip Flip | Lip Filler |
|---|---|---|
| Technique | Relaxing lip muscles with Botox | Adding volume with hyaluronic acid filler |
| Primary Benefit | Subtle outward roll and shape enhancement | Volume increase, definition, hydration |
| Onset of Results | 5-7 days after treatment | Immediate (with some settling over 1-2 weeks) |
| Duration | 2-3 months | 6-12 months |
| Ideal For | Patients wanting minimal change, natural smile enhancement | Patients seeking fuller lips or correction of volume loss |
| Commonly Combined With | Lip filler, Botox for gummy smile | Lip Flip, chin or lower face balancing treatments |
Why Choose Spectrum Skin Clinic for Your Lip Flip?
The perioral area is one of the most delicate regions to treat.
At Spectrum Skin Clinic, Dr. Sabeen Munib personally maps and customizes each Lip Flip based on individual anatomy and smile dynamics, ensuring precise dosing, natural muscle relaxation, and beautiful, balanced results.
We prioritize artistry and restraint—delivering a Lip Flip that enhances your natural beauty without compromising your ability to speak, smile, or animate confidently.
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