Lip Flip with Botox

This client wasn’t looking for volume—she just wanted her upper lip to show a bit more when she smiled. Her top lip tended to disappear in photos, and she felt like she showed too much gum and upper teeth. With a simple lip flip using Botox, we relaxed the muscles just enough to let her natural lip gently roll outward.

Before/After Highlight:

In her smiling after photo, the difference is subtle but striking. Her upper lip appears fuller and more visible, creating a more balanced, confident smile. The lip flip also helped reduce how much of her upper teeth showed, giving her expression a softer, more relaxed look—all without any added volume.

Treatment Plan Summary:

• Product Used: Botox® (or Dysport®, if applicable)

• Area Treated: Upper lip (orbicularis oris muscle)

• Primary Goals: Enhance lip shape while smiling, reduce “lip disappearing,” improve smile balance

• Timeline: 2 weeks post-treatment for full effect

• Duration: ~8–10 weeks

Why It Worked:

A lip flip is a quick, low-downtime option for clients who want to enhance their lips without filler. By injecting a small amount of neuromodulator above the upper lip, we relax the muscle that pulls the lip inward—allowing it to flip outward slightly. The result is a more visible top lip, better smile balance, and a natural look that doesn’t scream “I had work done.”