



Dr. Babak Azizzadeh is the Director of the CENTER for Advanced Facial Plastic Surgery and the Clinical Chief of Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery at Cedars-Sinai Health System. He is globally recognized by his peers and patients as the foremost expert in facial plastic surgery, specializing in deep plane facelifts, facial reanimation, and rhinoplasty. Patients and surgeons travel worldwide to benefit from his expertise and learn from his unparalleled skill. Dr. Azizzadeh has been recognized as a top plastic surgeon by US News & World Report, Newsweek, Super Doctors, and Castle Connolly for over a decade.

At CENTER for Advanced Facial Plastic Surgery, we focus exclusively on facial procedures, combining expert surgical skill with a personalized approach to help you achieve natural, long-lasting results. From your first consultation to your final follow-up, you’ll receive attentive care, privacy, and the confidence of knowing you're in experienced hands.
Facial plastic surgery is not about drastic change—it’s about graceful enhancement. A lip lift offers refined results that balance your features, improve proportions, and rejuvenate the overall expression of your face with a permanently lifted and elegant look.

Unlike injectables, a lip lift enhances the upper lip’s shape and height by lifting the tissue—not adding volume—resulting in a more youthful appearance that doesn’t rely on repeat treatments.

Shortening the distance between the nose and upper lip brings balance to the lower face, making the mouth and smile appear more defined and harmonious.

With just one procedure, you can enjoy long-term improvement in lip shape, show, and overall expression—without overdone or artificial effects.
It’s normal to have questions before a procedure. If you have additional questions or concerns, book a consultation today.
A lip lift is a minor surgical procedure that elevates the upper lip by removing a small strip of skin beneath the nose. This shortens the philtrum (space between nose and lip) and gently rolls the lip upward to create a fuller, more defined smile.
You may be a candidate if you have a long upper lip, minimal visible pink tissue, or want more permanent results than dermal fillers can provide. A consultation will assess your facial proportions and goals to determine the best approach.
While fillers add volume to the lips, a lip lift changes the shape and position of the upper lip. It offers permanent results without the risk of puffiness or overfilling, and it's ideal for those seeking more definition, not just volume.
The incision is carefully placed in the natural crease beneath the nose and is virtually invisible once healed. Our surgeon uses meticulous techniques to ensure minimal scarring and optimal aesthetic outcome.
Downtime is minimal. Most patients resume light activities within 2–3 days, with sutures removed in about a week. Some swelling is expected but resolves quickly. Final results are visible within a few weeks and continue to improve as healing progresses.