Most signs of aging in the lips occur in the upper lip. As we age, the upper lip loses its fullness. This loss of fullness causes the lip to droop and create an aged appearance. There may also be some relaxation of the muscles or their attachments, although this aspect hasn’t been studied in detail yet.

A youthful smile depends on full, plump lips, and thin lips can give the impression of severity and may come across as unwelcoming. This is why many people turn to med spas to get fillers for their lips. While fillers can improve the appearance of the lips, they only last about six months, requiring frequent and sometimes uncomfortable injections.

A lip lift, on the other hand, offers a permanent solution. It not only maintains the lip's natural appearance, it also eliminates the need for repeated, often painful, injections. The cost of a lip lift is roughly equivalent to two or three filler treatments, making it an appealing option for those seeking long-term results.