Natural Lip Refinement for Balanced Proportions

Lip reduction reshapes and reduces excess bulk in the upper and/or lower lip to achieve a refined, proportional look. At UE Plastic Surgery in Gangnam, our female board-certified surgeon focuses on subtle, natural harmony—softening prominence while preserving a smooth lip border and elegant Cupid’s bow.

Why Patients Choose Lip Reduction

• Reduce excessive lip thickness or heaviness
• Improve lip balance (upper vs lower) and side-to-side symmetry
• Soften “rolled” or overly everted red lip
• Refine results after lip fillers or prior surgery
• Achieve a polished, camera-friendly lower-face profile

Planificación personalizada en Cirugía Plástica UE

Your plan considers:

• Lip thickness, vermilion show, and dental/tooth show
• Cupid’s bow definition, philtrum length, and smile dynamics
• Skin quality, scar-tendency, and desired contour (straight vs bow-accented)
• Whether to combine with lip lift, corner lift, fillers/fat, or perioral line care

We design an incision pattern and reduction width that match your anatomy and goals.

Techniques We May Use

• Intraoral (Inside-Mouth) Reduction: Incision on the inner lip to debulk red lip tissue; no external scar.
• Recorte bermellón elíptico (casos seleccionados): eliminación precisa a lo largo del borde húmedo-seco para refinar el rollo y el grosor.
• Asymmetry Correction: Differential reduction to balance sides or upper vs lower lip.
• Adjunct Smoothing: Fine contouring and layered closure to maintain a crisp border and natural curve.

Who Is a Good Candidate?

• Labios que se sienten voluminosos o desproporcionados con respecto a los rasgos faciales.
• Good oral health and realistic expectations
• Non-smoker (or willing to pause) for optimal healing
• Open to combining procedures for best overall balance

What to Expect on Procedure Day

• Anesthesia: Local anesthesia with optional oral sedation
• Time: ~45–90 minutes (one or both lips; longer if combined)
• Approach: Careful tissue measurement, conservative debulking, layered closure with fine sutures
• After: Ointment and saline rinses; same-day discharge

Recovery & Aftercare

• Swelling/tenderness: most noticeable in days 2–5, improves over 1–2 weeks
• Diet: soft, cool foods initially; avoid spicy/hot foods and wide mouth opening for several days
• Hygiene: antiseptic mouth rinse as directed
• Work: many return to desk work in 3–5 days (depending on swelling)
• Cicatriz: oculta dentro de la boca (o a lo largo del borde húmedo-seco en casos selectos), se suaviza con el tiempo

Results You Can Expect

• Slimmer, more proportional lips with a defined border
• Improved upper–lower balance and side symmetry
• Natural expression at rest and on smiling—never “over-reduced”
• Polished lower-face contour that photographs well

Combining Procedures for Best Balance

• Lip Lift (Philtrum Shortening): If upper-lip length is elongated
• Levantamiento de comisuras labiales: para iluminar las comisuras caídas
• Filler or Micro-Fat: For targeted shaping after debulking
• Perioral Line Care: Laser/RF microneedling/skin boosters for fine lines

Safety, Risks & Revisions

• Temporary swelling, numbness, asymmetry, or contour irregularity can occur
• Infection risk minimized with strict intraoral hygiene
• Over- or under-reduction is uncommon with conservative planning; minor revisions possible after healing if needed

Why Choose UE Plastic Surgery in Gangnam

• Female board-certified facial specialist with meticulous lip artistry
• Conservative, measure-twice approach for natural, elegant outcomes
• Hijab-friendly privacy with female clinical staff options
• International-patient concierge and English support
• Discreet recovery guidance in the heart of Gangnam

Begin Your Lip Reduction Journey

Refine your lips with a customized Lip Reduction at UE Plastic Surgery, Gangnam, Seoul.
Book a private consultation (WhatsApp/phone available) to receive a tailored plan aligned with your anatomy, goals, and timeline.