Bullhorn Lip Lift

The bullhorn lip lift — named for the curved incision placed just beneath the nose — permanently reduces a long philtrum, elevates the upper lip and increases visible pink tissue without adding volume. It is one of the most effective anti-ageing lip procedures available, delivering a result that filler cannot replicate.

As we age, the philtrum elongates and the upper lip thins and descends. The bullhorn technique excises a carefully measured crescent of skin under the nose through an incision hidden in the natural shadow of the nostril base. The result is a higher lip position, greater tooth show and more youthful proportion.

Key Benefits

• Permanent shortening of an elongated philtrum
• Elevated upper lip with increased pink tissue visibility
• More youthful lip position without adding unnatural volume
• Subtle scar concealed within the natural nostril-base crease

Is This Treatment Right For You?

• Patients with a long philtrum (more than 1.5–2 cm from nose to lip border)
• Those whose upper lip has thinned and descended with age
• Adults seeking a permanent lip-rejuvenating result
• Patients who have tried filler but want a more structural correction

What to Expect

Recovery & Aftercare

Most patients return to work within 5–7 days once sutures are removed. The lip is slightly swollen for 1–2 weeks, with the final natural result apparent at 3 months as the scar fades.

Frequently Asked Questions