Botox Lip Flip or Lip Fillers: Which Is Right for Me?

You can achieve fuller, more defined lips with a Botox lip flip or lip fillers—so how do you decide between the two? These lip enhancement treatments work in different ways and offer unique benefits. Choosing the right one for you depends on your goals, and the expert injectors at the BPS medspa are here to help! Below, we explain both treatments and which one could be your ticket to achieving the perfect pout.

What Is a Botox Lip Flip?

A Botox lip flip enhances the appearance of your upper lip by placing precise amounts of Botox into the muscles just above your upper lip (the orbicularis oris muscle). By relaxing these muscles, the upper lip subtly rolls outward, allowing more of your natural lip tissue to show for a larger-looking lip without actually adding volume.

When is a lip flip the right choice?

A Botox lip flip is ideal for patients who:

• Want a more defined upper lip without adding more volume
• Feel their upper lip disappears when they smile 
• Want to lessen the appearance of a “gummy smile”
• Are looking for results that are subtle and more temporary

Lip flip results are visible within two weeks and typically last about 3 months. Keep in mind that a lip flip can only enhance the upper lip.

What Are Lip Fillers?

Lip fillers are made from hyaluronic acid and injected into the lips to add volume and shape. Depending on your goals, your injector can add a conservative amount for a barely-there enhancement or create more dramatic results that still appear natural. 

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When are lip fillers the right choice?

Lip fillers are an excellent option if you:

• Desire fuller, plumper lips (upper and/or lower lip) with added volume
• Want to enhance the shape and contour of your lips
• Prefer a treatment that provides longer-lasting results compared to a lip flip
• Want to smooth vertical lip lines 

You’ll see results immediately with lip filler. Popular lip filler brands include Juvéderm and Restylane, which can last 6-12 months depending on the specific formula.

Can a Lip Flip and Lip Fillers Be Combined?

Absolutely! Many patients find that combining a Botox lip flip with lip fillers achieves the most balanced and beautiful results. 

When should I get both?

This approach is ideal if you:

• Desire both enhanced volume and a naturally lifted upper lip
• Want to prevent the upper lip from curling under when you smile and increase overall lip volume
• Are looking to refine the shape of your lips while also achieving fuller lips
• Want to correct a gummy smile and increase fullness

You and your injector will discuss your goals and decide together on the best treatment plan to achieve a look you will love. 

Let us help you love your lips!

We love personalizing lip enhancement treatments to bring out your natural beauty. Schedule your appointment with one of our Nurse Injectors at Berks Plastic Surgery by calling 610-320-0200 or book your treatment online.