Lip Lift in Tampa, FL

Elevate your smile and enhance lip shape with lasting results

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Restore Balance and Youthful Volume

The lips play a vital role in overall facial harmony—but with age, the upper lip can lengthen, flatten, or turn downward. At Holcomb–Kreithen Plastic Surgery & Medspa in Tampa, we offer lip lift surgery to elevate the upper lip, reduce sagging, and improve the visible red portion of the lips for a fuller, more youthful appearance. Our board-certified plastic surgeons offer custom surgical lip lift options that create lasting improvement beyond what dermal fillers can achieve. Whether you’re seeking better “tooth show,” enhanced lip curvature, or a softer resting expression, our Tampa team is here to help you smile confidently again.

What Is a Lip Lift?

A lip lift is a surgical procedure designed to elevate or reshape the lips by removing excess skin and repositioning tissue. Unlike temporary lip fillers, a lip lift provides a permanent enhancement to the lip’s structure and improves facial proportions. Lip lifts can address:

Thinning lips due to age
Lengthened space between the nose and upper lip
Downturned corners that create a tired or scowling appearance
Minimal upper tooth show when smiling or talking

How Much Does a Lip Lift Cost in Tampa?

At Holcomb–Kreithen Plastic Surgery, the cost of a lip lift varies based on your personalized treatment plan. Your quote will include:

IV sedation and surgical fees
Facility and medication costs
Post-operative visits and follow-up care

All pricing is tailored to your individual treatment plan. Your exact cost will be determined during your consultation with Dr. Holcomb, Dr. Kreithen, or Dr. Salzman in our Tampa office.

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Types of Lip Lift Procedures

Each lip lift technique offers distinct benefits. We’ll recommend the right approach based on your lip shape, facial anatomy, and aesthetic goals.

Subnasal Lip Lift (Bullhorn Lift)

A discreet incision is placed beneath the nose to remove excess skin and lift the upper lip. This shortens the distance between the nose and mouth and enhances the visible red portion of the lip for more youthful balance and subtle volume.

Lip Advancement

A small strip of skin is removed just above or below the lip border (vermilion), allowing the red lip to be “rolled out” and appear fuller. This method is ideal for increasing lip show without adding volume through fillers.

Corner Lip Lift

Small incisions at the corners of the mouth gently elevate the lip’s outer edges, softening a downturned or unhappy expression. This is often combined with other lip lift techniques for full-mouth enhancement.

Lip Augmentation

While not a lift, lip augmentation can be used in conjunction with surgical lifts to add soft volume. Options include:

Dermal fillers (temporary, repeatable)
Fat transfer (longer-lasting, natural tissue)
SMAS transfer for natural internal support

Why Consider a Lip Lift?

A lip lift offers benefits beyond cosmetics. Many patients are surprised by how this small change transforms their entire facial aesthetic. Lip lift surgery can:

Restore balance between upper lip and nose
Rejuvenate a flat or sagging smile
Improve upper tooth visibility when speaking
Permanently enhance lip shape without fillers
Reverse a tired, aged, or “perma-scowl” look

Recovery and Results

Lip lift recovery is straightforward, but it does involve more downtime than non-surgical treatments. Avoid excessive mouth movement (laughing, yawning, wide chewing) for the first week. Most patients return to work and social activities within 7–10 days. Here’s what to expect:

Mild swelling or bruising for 5–7 days
Tightness or numbness around the mouth initially
Sutures removed after 5–7 days
Final results visible at 6 weeks, with continued improvement as swelling resolves

Who Is a Good Candidate?

You may be a great candidate for a lip lift in Tampa if you:

Have lost upper lip volume or lip curvature
Want more visible red lip (especially the upper lip)
Are in overall good health and a non-smoker
Prefer a permanent enhancement over temporary fillers
Desire better balance between your nose, lips, and chin

Your Lip Lift Consultation

At Holcomb–Kreithen’s Tampa office, you’ll meet with one of our board-certified surgeons to review your medical history, facial goals, and lip structure.

We’ll also answer any questions you may have about anesthesia, post-op care, downtime, or combining procedures (such as fat transfer or facelift).

After the consultation, our patient care team will provide a detailed quote and scheduling information.

Why Choose Holcomb–Kreithen in Tampa?

With more than 55 years of combined experience, Dr. David Holcomb, Dr. Joshua Kreithen, and Dr. Marc Salzman are known throughout Florida for their precision, artistry, and innovation in facial surgery. Our Tampa patients benefit from:

Expert-level surgical planning
Natural-looking results
AAAASF-accredited surgical facilities
A compassionate, highly trained team
Comprehensive support from consultation to recovery

Ready to Elevate Your Look?

If you’re ready to refine your smile and restore balance to your face, schedule your personalized consultation for a lip lift in Tampa with Holcomb–Kreithen Plastic Surgery & Medspa.

Call our Tampa office today to take the first step toward a refreshed, confident you.