General information about the Bullhorn Lip Lift in Berlin

What is a Bullhorn Lip Lift? It is a minor procedure that reduces the distance between the nose and the upper lip by means of an excision (see Figure 1). The distance between the nose and the upper lip can be too long, either due to age or independently of age, making the face appear stricter or older. As a result of the surgery, the mouth-nose region appears rejuvenated, the upper lip optically fuller/larger, and the face thus appears more harmonious.

Why is the surgery called a Bullhorn Lip Lift?

The incision or the shape of the tissue strip removed during the surgery follows the anatomical mirror image of the upper lip and resembles the horns of a bull (see illustration, center). Often, the procedure is simply referred to as a Bullhorn Lift, with the lip as the surgical region simply omitted.

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What are the differences between a Bullhorn Lip Lift and lip augmentation with hyaluronic acid fillers?

As already described in the introduction to the topic above, the difference lies in the surgical optical enlargement of the upper lip. The lip itself is not treated by the Bullhorn Lift. In a lip injection with hyaluronic acid, the volume- or contour-giving product is injected directly into the vermilion border or the lip edges. The two treatments can complement each other excellently but do not replace each other.

Information on the procedure and surgical process of the Bullhorn Lip Lift in Berlin

If you have decided on a consultation for the Bullhorn Lip Lift, we will take the necessary time in a confidential discussion to go over the following details with you:

Procedure of the surgery
Information about possible risks
Expected outcome of the surgery
Recommendation for aftercare (e.g., scar treatment)
Costs of the surgery (e.g., financing option)

What do I need to consider after the surgery in Berlin?

After the surgery, it is important to avoid physically strenuous activities for about one week and to rest. Special attention should be paid to

wound healing support, so please refrain from saunas, sports, alcohol, and tobacco consumption.

When can I resume social activities after a Bullhorn Lip Lift?

Generally, you can resume social activities after 7 days and engage in sports again after 2 to 3 weeks.

Information on the procedure of the Bullhorn Excision in Berlin:

The surgery is usually performed under local anesthesia. During the surgery, a precisely marked curved strip of tissue (see image 1 center) is surgically removed from under the nose to reduce the distance between the nose and the upper lip.

The size of the tissue strip to be removed depends on the anatomical findings and the desired effect of the patient.

After removal of the tissue strip, a multi-layer suture of the tissue is performed. Due to the intelligent incision technique, the scar is located in the upper area of the nostril in the fold. Therefore, the scar is barely visible later. The surgery duration is approximately 30 to 60 minutes.

Are scars visible after surgical lip lifting (Bullhorn Lift)?

The incision technique of the surgery results in a barely visible scar after the procedure, as the incision is precisely located in the skin fold.

What are the risks of a Bullhorn Lip Lift in Berlin?

As with any surgery, local redness or slight swelling may occur in the first few days, but these will subside quickly. Furthermore,

wound healing disorders, especially in smokers, and visible scars are rare occurrences.

Rejuvenation, tightening, and enlargement of the upper lip area

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