Facts about the Bullhorn Lip Lift
Duration: | approx. 30–60 minutes |
Anesthesia: | local anesthesia |
Aftercare: | Scar care, no sports for 2–3 weeks, UV protection for at least 3 months |
Socially acceptable: | after approx. 1 week |
Price: | from CHF 4,000 |
Would you like to have sensually curved lips, but want to avoid treatment with artificial Fillers?
A bullhorn lip lift can create the desired fullness without causing an unnatural change.
The Bullhorn Lift is a method for permanent lip lifting without foreign materials. A fine strip of skin is removed along the nose to discreetly lift the upper lip and shorten the distance to the nose. The result is a full, sensually curved upper lip. The red of the lips is emphasized, and the teeth are attractively highlighted when smiling.
We offer the Bullhorn Lip Lift in Zurich as a permanent alternative to lip injections with Fillers. Since we surgically correct the shape of the lips, no touch-ups are necessary. The lips are not artificially enlarged, but appear fuller simply through the lift—for a natural aesthetic that charmingly emphasizes your natural lip shape.
Our specialists will be happy to provide you with competent and sensitive advice on the Bullhorn Lip Lift in Zurich. Contact us now without obligation.
Information about Bullhorn Lip Lift
Definition of Bullhorn Lip Lift
The Bullhorn Lip Lift, also known as lip lifting or lip augmentation, is a surgical method for correcting the shape of the lips.
In a minor outpatient procedure, we remove a narrow strip of skin below the nose. The incision resembles the shape of bull horns, hence the name bullhorn lift.
By shortening the distance between the nose and upper lip, we achieve a subtle Lifting effect. The upper lip is gently lifted. This makes the red of the lips appear fuller and the lips appear larger.
The bullhorn lip lift can be used in Zurich to lift an age-related drooping upper lip or to make a naturally thin lip appear fuller. The result has permanent longevity, and the fine scar is barely visible after healing.
Reasons for a bullhorn lip lift
In Zurich, we perform lip lifts to subtly correct the shape of the lips. Reasons for a bullhorn lift may include age-related changes or dissatisfaction with the natural shape of the lips. The desire for natural results also plays an important role for our clients.
Possible reasons for a bullhorn lip lift in Zurich:
- Lifting of the drooping upper lip
- Shortening the distance between the lip and nose
- Optical lip enhancement
- Emphasis of the red of the lips
- A more attractive smile – the teeth are subtly emphasized
- Desire for permanently fuller lips
- The desire for natural-looking lip augmentation
Not every lip shape can be achieved with a lip lift. Therefore, before performing a bullhorn lip lift in Zurich, we will discuss with you in detail whether this method is suitable for achieving your desired result. Dr. Köhler and his team will also provide you with comprehensive advice on possible alternatives.
The goal of the Bullhorn Lip Lift in Zurich
Our goal with the Bullhorn Lip Lift in Zurich is to gently optimize the shape of the lips without making them appear artificially altered.
An age-related drooping upper lip is gently lifted, and naturally narrow lips are given a sensual fullness. The red of the lips and the natural Lip contours are attractively accentuated.
You can enjoy a sensual pout that still looks natural with a little more fullness.
Bullhorn Lip Lift Procedure
Preparation for treatment
Before the Bullhorn Lip Lift in Zurich, a consultation takes place in which Dr. Köhler discusses your wishes with you in detail. It is important to him to check whether your treatment goal can be achieved with a lip lift. He will also thoroughly explain the possible risks and the necessary aftercare.
Your Bullhorn Lip Lift in Zurich will be planned individually for you. The minor procedure is straightforward and does not usually require any extensive preparation. However, blood-thinning medication should be temporarily discontinued. We also recommend limiting your consumption of nicotine and alcohol.
Performing the Bullhorn Lip Lift
The Bullhorn Lip Lift can be performed on an Outpatient basis in Zurich under local Anesthesia. The minor procedure usually takes no longer than an hour.
A small incision is made just below the nose and a thin strip of skin is removed. With a carefully planned incision, not only can the distance between the lip and nose be shortened, but the contour of the upper lip can also be precisely shaped. Slight asymmetries can be corrected.
After the lip lift, the incision is carefully sutured with fine threads. The sutures are removed about a week after the bullhorn lift in Zurich during an initial follow-up examination.
Aftercare
After your bullhorn lip lift in Zurich, you are welcome to take a few days off to rest. You should refrain from intensive sports during the first few weeks. If possible, avoid touching the treatment area unnecessarily. If slight swelling or hematomas are visible, feel free to cool the surgical area regularly.
You will be able to resume your normal social activities about a week after the Bullhorn Lift, once the stitches have been removed.
Special scar care is recommended to ensure a beautiful scar appearance. We will be happy to advise you in detail on this. Furthermore, after your Bullhorn Lip Lift in Zurich, you should ensure consistent UV protection, as the fresh scar could become discolored by sunlight.
Frequently asked questions about the Bullhorn Lip Lift
Are scars visible after a Bullhorn Lift?
A bullhorn lip lift in Zurich results in a small curved scar just below the nose. The incision is made in the natural crease of the nose below the nostrils and along the sides of the nostrils. The fine scar should be barely visible after healing.
What are the risks of a lip lift?
General surgical risks include infections, post-operative bleeding, and wound healing disorders. Sensitivity in the treated area may be temporarily reduced, but this should return to normal as Healing progresses.
Overall, a lip lift is a simple procedure with comparatively low risks. Apart from slight swelling and bruising, no major Complications are to be expected. Careful cooling can help swelling and hematomas subside quickly.
What distinguishes the Bullhorn Lift from lip enhancement with Hyaluronic acid?
Lip injections with Hyaluronic acid are a temporary treatment that must be refreshed regularly. In contrast, we achieve permanent results with a Bullhorn Lip Lift in Zurich.
The technique and the resulting effect are also different. With lip injections, the lips are artificially enlarged with fillers, whereas with a bullhorn lift, they are only lifted. This makes the lips appear fuller and larger without adding artificial volume.
How long does the healing take after a bullhorn lip lift?
It can take several months for the Bullhorn Lip Lift in Zurich to heal completely. However, around a week after the treatment, the superficial healing should already be complete enough that you are no longer restricted in your everyday life. You will also be able to return to work and social activities at this point.
When can I start wearing makeup again after a Bullhorn Lift?
The stitches are removed about a week after the Bullhorn Lip Lift in Zurich. From this point on, you can apply makeup again and cover any remaining small traces of the treatment.
What is the longevity of the results of a lip lift?
The result of a lip lift has longevity, as we perform a surgical correction.
Due to natural skin aging and external influences, minor changes may occur over time. However, a significant drooping of the lips is not to be expected.
Can a lip lift be reversed?
It is not possible to return to the appearance before the lip lift, as a narrow strip of skin is removed. It is therefore important for us to discuss this carefully with you and also to consider possible alternatives.
If you are unsure whether a permanent lip lift is right for you, we will be happy to advise you on temporary methods of lip enhancement. You will get a good impression of the effect of Lip augmentation without having to accept a permanent change. A Bullhorn Lip Lift in Zurich can be performed at any time in the future.
How much does a bullhorn lip lift cost in Zurich?
We plan the bullhorn lip lift in Zurich individually for each client, taking into account factors such as your lip shape and face shape. Therefore, the costs can always vary slightly in individual cases.
Feel free to visit us at KALEIDOSCOP in Zurich and let Dr. Köhler personally advise you on lip lifting. After a brief examination, Dr. Köhler will recommend a method that is suitable for you and provide you with a cost estimate for your bullhorn lip lift in Zurich.
Reviewed by Dr. Christian Köhler
Dr. Christian Köhler, general practitioner, MBA, and certified expert in Zurich, has more than 18 years of operational experience in aesthetic medicine. The information presented on this page has been personally reviewed by him and meets the highest medical standards.
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