When can I kiss after a lip flip?

Author: Katharina Murray Jr.  |  Last update: Thursday, May 25, 2023

As with all injectable treatments, there is some downtime involved after a BOTOX lip flip. According to Dr. Dauwe, all patients should abstain from putting pressure on their lips for 3 – 4 days after their appointment. This includes activities like kissing.

Is it hard to kiss after a lip flip?

We recommend avoiding kissing 4+ hours after the lip flip botox treatment. For passionate kissers we recommend to wait a couple of days after the lip flip botox treatment. Lip flip botox treatment does not affect smiling, it will bring the upper lip outward to create an appearance of more volume.

How long does it take for a lip flip to settle in?

About two to three days after a lip flip, patients will notice that their upper lip appears larger as the muscle relaxes. The maximum results are evident a week to 10 days after treatment.

Can you give oral with a lip flip?

Lip flips have no impact on kissing, and your partner will not be able to feel any difference in the texture of your lips aside from the more “flipped out” lip position. Though any impact on oral sex will be extremely minimal, it may become a bit more difficult to cover your teeth with your lips.

What should you avoid after lip flip?

You can carefully eat or drink shortly after your lip flip procedure. However, take care not to eat any messy foods that may cause you to wipe your face or lips for at least three days. Avoid using drinking straws or smoking for at least three days. Puckering or contracting your lips may cause the Botox to migrate.

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What happens if you drink from a straw after lip flip?

Using a straw will put pressure on your new lip fillers and may cause some discomfort, since there will be swelling after the lip injections. Sucking on a straw may also be awkward to manage with swollen lips. All in all, it's best to drink water without a straw after treatment.

Can I put on chapstick after lip flip?

Avoid wearing lipstick or lip balm. Avoid sleeping face down. Avoid touching, pressing, or picking at your lips.

Can guys feel lip fillers when kissing?

Can someone tell you have lip fillers when kissing? Because your lips will retain their natural texture and softness a few days after injected, your fillers cannot be felt by you or your partner when kissing!

How long does a lip flip feel weird?

Normal lip flip side effects

Your skin should return to normal within a few hours. Bruising is also possible, but uncommon, with proper technique. It is normal to feel a sensation of heaviness as the Botox lip flip takes effect.

Does a lip flip change your smile?

But can a lip flip achieve the same effect? Similar to fillers, a lip flip can provide an inviting, attractively enhanced smile by causing the upper lip to unfurl and tilt upward, but it doesn't provide the same amount of volume that fillers do.

How many units for lip flip?

For removing lip lines, you'll need about 6 average units. If you're interested in having lip flips, you'll need around 4-6 units. If you aim for plumper lips, Botox is best paired with dermal fillers. With just a few simple injections, our providers can erase your wrinkles and fine lines in no time with Botox.

Will I notice a lip flip right away?

After your injection, it takes about a week for you to see results. You will have to wait about a week to see results from the Botox lip flip. This also means that your injector cannot gauge your outcome in real time during your treatment, as they can with filler, which develops results immediately.

Does a lip flip change your nose?

The upper lip's skin and the nose's base are very closely linked. As such, if a plastic surgeon doesn't have the appropriate skills or experience, a lip lift can distort the appearance of the nose, particularly the base and the nostrils. However, this only occurs when a lip lift is done poorly.

Do you tip your Botox girl?

You should NEVER leave a tip for your PA/NP or nurse injector. Injectables are medications, just like a blood pressure pill or a thyroid medication. You would not tip your primary care provider for doing an EKG on you so no need to tip on our medical services either.

Does lip flip affect speech?

Possible Side Effects for Botox Lip Flip

It may affect your: whistling, speech, and or drinking. These only last a few days as your body adjusts for them, and also depends on how much your lip lifts as well.

How long can you not kiss after fillers?

This is because kissing can apply a lot of pressure to the lips and increase risk of infection due to the number of bacteria on lips. Therefore, it is best to avoid kissing for 48 hours afterwards – but that doesn't mean a soft peck isn't allowed!

Does kissing break down lip filler?

Many patients like to know if there are any restrictions after treatment. However, there is no contradiction to kissing after lip augmentation. You may not be in the mood to kiss, because your lips will be swollen and sore after treatment. Also, there is no evidence that kissing will rapidly breakdown the filler.

Can kissing migrate lip filler?

The lips may be swollen or sore initially, so some women may not be in the mood to kiss or be afraid of kissing. There isn't any known evidence that routine kissing will cause more rapid breakdown of the product or move the filler.

Can you drink coffee after lip flip?

Food & drink to avoid

– Alcohol – though it's tempting to toast to your lovely results, drinking in the first 24 hours could lead to bruising and swelling. – Caffeine – whether in food or drink form, could slow down the healing process as it can cause dehydration.

What to expect after a lip flip?

It is normal to have a small bump at the injection site for a few hours following treatment. Bruising may also occur. Results appear over a few days. During this time, the orbicularis oris muscle relaxes, which allows the upper lip to lift and “flip.” People should see the full results about a week after treatment.

Can I get a lip flip every month?

Botox lip flip is not a permanent cosmetic procedure. To maintain the results, you'll need to repeat the procedure roughly every 3 to 4 months, or as long as it takes for the effects of the Botox injections to wear off.

Does a lip flip make it hard to use a straw?

One downside that most find is that you can have difficulties drinking from a straw. You have no control of your upper lip, so you cannot get the muscle action needed to pucker up and drink with a straw as one usually does when they drink. This would be my main number one reason not to get a lip flip.

How often can you get a lip flip?

Answer: Lip Flip

If your Botox has worn off, you can get it injected again after two months. If it was your first time having that area injected, your injector may have used a more conservative dose.

Does a lip flip look good on everyone?

As with any surgical procedure, not everyone's smile is suitable for a lip flip – even those who may be good candidates for lip fillers. "The ideal patient is someone who has a hyperactive muscle around their mouth that causes their upper lip to turn in or pull up dramatically when they smile," Dr. Amalfi says.

What will my lips look like after a lip flip?

With lip flips, your lips only appear plumper. The actual volume of your lips doesn't increase. Instead, it gets rearranged to make your lips look full and natural. During a dermal filler, your lips are injected with a substance made from hyaluronic acid, which creates a structured and hydrated appearance in your lips.

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