A Lip Lift is used to improve the appearance of an ageing mouth.
What Is A Bullhorn Lip Lift?
A Bullhorn Lip Lift is a special type of lip lift which is aimed to reveal more of the pink upper lip. This cosmetic procedure is also known as subnasal lip lift.
A bullhorn lip lift is a type of lip lift surgery. The term “bullhorn” refers to the shape of the incision, which is a horizontal line with upward edges resembling a bull’s horns. The bullhorn technique is also known as a subnasal lip lift since the incision is made under the nasal base. A small piece of skin is then removed, and the incision is closed, resulting in a shorter philtrum length and elevated upper lip.
You may benefit from subnasal lip lift procedure if you desire specific changes to your smile, such as:
- Enlarged upper lip
- Shorter philtrum
- Increased dental show
- Defined cupid’s bow
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BULLHORN LIP LIFT VS. OTHER LIP LIFT SURGERIES
The bullhorn lift lip is one of the most popular type of lip lift surgeries. There are several advantages to the bullhorn lift lip compared to other approaches to lip lift surgery. These advantages include:
-The incision is less noticeable, as it is hidden under the nose,
-Tension is well distributed when closing the incision, resulting in better scar formation,
-Gives a more natural appearance to the upper lip.
The bullhorn lip lift is not the right surgery for everyone. People who are not comfortable with or who do not desire any scarring whatsoever should not undergo this subnasal lift procedure as there will always be some amount of scar, even if it is not noticeable. People with connective tissue diseases may have excess stretching of the skin resulting in poor wound healing and the need for revision surgery. People on blood thinner medications are at increased risk of bleeding during the procedure and bruising during the recovery period.
The procedure can be performed under general anaesthesia or under local anaesthetic.
Some patients prefer lip lift injections to a bullhorn lip treatment. Injections are non-invasive and don’t require a long recovery. However, injections aren’t long-lasting and lose their effect after 3-4 months. You can also try facial exercises for uplifted lips. These are simple and pain-free but may not bring quick or lasting results.
Lip lifts are also known for their long-lasting results. Unlike lip implants or injections, the lift lip procedure is a permanent solution.
We would be happy to discuss if bullhorn lift lip surgery is right for you during your consultation.
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What are complications of Lip Lift Surgery?
As with any procedure or surgery, there may be bullhorn lip lift complications after the procedure. Complications after this subnasal lip lift surgery include:
-Infection
-Bleeding
-Pronounced scarring
-Stiffness of upper lip
-Abnormal sensation
-Changes to the nostrils
-Changes in speech
Directly after the procedure, you might experience an uncomfortable feeling as the mouth feels tight and swells. You can expect swelling to go away within approximately four weeks following your lip lift surgery.
Tips to keep in mind during recovery
-Inflammatory and swelling reactions are an integral part of wound healing
-The surgical area might be red
-The final results can be expected at least six weeks after the procedure
-Swelling can be controlled by using ice packs on your upper lip region
-Do not forget to use the medications prescribed by your doctor
-To help prevent infection, you may be prescribed antiviral medications and antibiotics.
*ANY SURGICAL OR INVASIVE PROCEDURE CARRIES RISKS. BEFORE PROCEEDING, YOU SHOULD SEEK A SECOND OPINION FROM AN APPROPRIATELY QUALIFIED HEALTH PRACTITIONER.
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