About this procedure
Philtrum Reduction shortens the space between the nose and upper lip by removing a small amount of skin beneath the nose. This lifts the upper lip into a more youthful position, creating a fuller appearance and improving overall facial harmony. The result is a naturally refreshed look with long-lasting results.
Ideal For
Patients with a long philtrum
Individuals seeking a fuller upper lip without fillers
Those wanting improved facial proportions
Patients seeking a more youthful appearance
Individuals with minimal upper tooth show when smiling
Those looking for permanent lip enhancement and rejuvenation
Procedure
- 1
Consultation & Facial Assessment — Your surgeon evaluates your facial proportions, lip shape, philtrum length, and aesthetic goals to determine the ideal amount of reduction.
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Anesthesia — The procedure is typically performed under local anesthesia, ensuring a comfortable and virtually painless experience.
- 3
Hidden Incision Placement — A small incision is carefully made along the natural crease beneath the nose, where the scar can be discreetly concealed.
- 4
Philtrum Shortening — A precise amount of skin is removed from beneath the nose, allowing the upper lip to be lifted upward and reducing the length of the philtrum.
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Closure — The incision is meticulously closed with fine sutures to promote optimal healing and minimize visible scarring.
Ideal Lip Ratio Check
Before your procedure, the ideal lip ratio is checked so the result stays in harmony with your overall facial proportions.
Feature-Based Lip Balance
The eye corners and lip corners stay in balanced proportion, the midpoint between the base of the nose bridge and the front teeth aligns, and the philtrum is symmetrical from left to right.
Frontal View Ratio (Height)
The philtrum-to-upper-lip ratio is 1 and the lower-lip-to-chin ratio is 2. An upper lip of 6–8 mm and a lower lip of 10–12 mm is considered most ideal — a golden ratio of 7:10.
Frontal View Ratio (Width)
The width of the lips should ideally be greater than the width of the nose base, and the eyes are ideally wider than twice the length of the lips.
Benefits
Philtrum Reduction — Benefits
Shortens the distance between the nose and upper lip
Creates a fuller-looking upper lip
Improves facial balance and proportions
Enhances smile aesthetics
Increases upper tooth show when smiling
Permanent, long-lasting results
Natural-looking enhancement