A small dose of neuromodulator to turn the upper lip gently outward.
A lip flip is a quick injectable treatment for an upper lip that looks thin or seems to disappear when you smile. A small dose of a neuromodulator relaxes the muscle along the upper lip border, so the lip turns slightly outward and more of it shows. The change is subtle and adds no volume. Results often show within 3 to 7 days, reach full effect by about two weeks, and last about 2 to 3 months.
At Luxe Forté Medical Spa in Cherry Creek, we’ll help you understand what a lip flip could do for your smile. We’ll guide you through what you can expect, from planning your dose to how your lip may feel in the days afterward.
These are typical starting points. Your details will be confirmed during consultation.
*If you add other treatments, you’ll receive a detailed quote for your full treatment plan during your consultation.
A lip flip can show more of your upper lip when you smile and give it a slightly fuller, more defined look. It may also soften a mild gummy smile, where the upper lip lifts high enough to show extra gum. Results tend to be best when an active muscle pulls the lip inward or upward.
Your product and dose will be confirmed during your consultation.
At Luxe Forté, we typically use Botox or Dysport for a lip flip, placed with 4 to 6 small injections along the upper lip border. Using these products in the lip is off-label. We keep the dose small, since too much can make drinking and speaking harder.
A lip flip can take up to two weeks to reach full effect. Plan treatment three to four weeks before a wedding or another important event.
A lip flip may be worth considering when you want a subtle change to your upper lip without added volume. You may be a candidate if you:
We’ll review your medications and medical history to determine whether a lip flip is appropriate for you. Treatment is usually postponed during pregnancy or breastfeeding, or when there is a cold sore or other infection near the lips. Certain nerve and muscle conditions may rule it out.
If you want noticeably fuller lips, lip filler may be a better fit. Our staff can help you select the treatment that is best for your needs.
Luxe Forté was created to bring more spa into the traditional medspa experience. We’ll talk through the change you want, explain the treatment plan for your lip, and check your comfort as we work. Before you leave, we’ll go over aftercare and what you may notice in the following days.
Lip flip injections take about 5 minutes, with additional time for your assessment.
We review your goals and watch how your upper lip moves as you smile and speak.
The skin around your mouth is cleansed, and topical numbing may be applied if you’d like.
Your provider places a small amount of neuromodulator at several points along the upper lip border.
We guide you through home care and what you may notice as the effect develops.
There is little to no downtime after a lip flip. Here is what most clients can expect:
Small bumps, pinpoint redness, mild swelling, or a bruise can appear at the injection points. Most clients return to work the same day. For the first 24 hours, avoid kissing, drinking through a straw, and pressing or rubbing your upper lip. You should also skip strenuous exercise and heat such as saunas for 24 hours.
Your upper lip begins to relax within about 3 to 7 days. Drinking through a straw, whistling, or saying "p" and "b" sounds may feel different at first. These changes are usually mild and temporary.
The effect gradually wears off. Because the lip moves constantly when you talk and eat, a lip flip may fade sooner than Botox elsewhere on the face.
Contact our team if your smile looks uneven, your lip feels heavy, or liquid escapes your mouth when you drink. Seek medical care right away for trouble swallowing or breathing, or for weakness beyond your mouth. These effects are rare but can be serious.
*If you add other treatments, you’ll receive a detailed quote for your full treatment plan during your consultation.
A lip flip at Luxe Forté costs $120 to $400 per treatment.
If you add other treatments, you’ll receive a detailed quote for your full treatment plan during your consultation.
If you’d like to pay over time, ask us about our financing options.
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A lip flip is $120 to $400 per treatment. You’ll receive a quote for any other treatments in your plan during your consultation.
The lip is sensitive, so the injections sting a little more than in other areas, but only briefly. Topical numbing is available. Tell your provider if you become uncomfortable so that we can pause.
Results usually last about 2 to 3 months. We’ll recommend maintenance treatments based on how long your result holds.
A lip flip turns your upper lip slightly outward using a neuromodulator to relax the muscle along the lip border. Lip filler adds volume with a hyaluronic acid gel. Filler typically lasts longer, usually about 6 to 12 months. Many clients combine the two, and we’ll recommend one or both depending on the change you want.
No. Botox and Dysport are FDA approved for specific areas, such as frown lines, and the lip is not one of them. A lip flip is an off-label use, and we’ll explain what that means before you decide.
Bruising, swelling, and tenderness can occur. Some clients notice temporary changes when drinking through a straw or forming certain sounds. Too much injection can cause drooling, an uneven smile, or a heavy-feeling upper lip until the effect wears off. Rarely, the effect can spread and cause weakness or trouble swallowing or breathing. We’ll review your medical history before treatment and keep your dose conservative.
Share your medication list with us, including blood thinners and supplements that may increase bruising. Tell us if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or have a nerve or muscle condition. If you play a wind instrument or rely on precise lip movement for work, mention it during your consultation. Do not stop prescribed medication without your prescribing clinician’s guidance.
Soft hyaluronic acid fillers that add volume and shape to the lips. Worth considering when you want more lip fullness or definition.
The same type of injection, used to soften forehead lines, frown lines, and crow’s feet.
A similar neuromodulator that may take effect sooner. An alternative to discuss if you want to compare products.
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Interested in a lip flip? Visit Luxe Forté in Cherry Creek to evaluate how your upper lip looks when you smile. We’ll assess how your lip moves and explain whether a lip flip, lip filler, or another treatment would be a better fit for your needs.