Lip flip with botulinum toxin in Wolfsburg
The lip flip is a subtle botulinum-toxin method to show a little more upper lip in Wolfsburg – entirely without filler. A tiny dose relaxes the ring muscle around the mouth (orbicularis oris) at the upper lip border. As a result, the upper lip rolls slightly outward when you smile and looks fuller. Physician Rafee El Kaddour doses especially finely here, so speaking and drinking are not impaired.
How does a botulinum-toxin lip flip work?
A few units of botulinum toxin relax the upper rim of the mouth ring muscle. The curled edge of the upper lip then rolls outward, so more lip show becomes visible. No volume is added – the lip simply looks a little fuller. The effect is deliberately subtle and shorter-lived than with filler.
A lip flip is not a substitute for lip filler: it adds no volume but reveals more of your existing upper lip through the slight outward roll. If you want a noticeably fuller lip, hyaluronic acid is the better choice – or a combination of both.
The lip flip suits you especially well if your upper lip disappears inward or looks thin when you smile. We use only a few units, exclusively at the upper lip, and match the dose precisely to your lip movement.
Because the mouth ring muscle is constantly in motion – when speaking, eating and drinking – the effect fades faster here than in other areas. The lip flip therefore works well as an uncomplicated starter or a fine accent before an occasion.
How the treatment works
- 01Free introductory appointment and an initial look at your smile and upper-lip movement
- 02Marking of a few points along the upper lip border
- 03A few fine injections with a very thin needle
- 04Duration: only about 5–10 minutes, with no downtime
Results & longevity
First changes appear after three to five days, the full result after about two weeks. The upper lip looks a little fuller when you smile because more lip show becomes visible. The effect is deliberately subtle and usually lasts only about two to three months.
Results are individual and can vary depending on your starting point, muscle activity and dosing. You will receive a realistic assessment for your situation in a personal consultation.
Risks & side effects
Risks & side effects
- Common and temporary: mild redness or a small bruise at the lip border.
- Possible in the first few days: a slightly altered feel when drinking through a straw, whistling or pursing the lips.
- If dosed too strongly: slightly less precise pronunciation of certain sounds – temporary and easily avoidable with a conservative dose.
- Rare: a slight asymmetry of the smile, which can be adjusted.
When should treatment be avoided?
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding
- Certain neuromuscular conditions (e.g. myasthenia gravis)
- Known allergy to ingredients of botulinum toxin
- Acute infection or inflammation in the lip area
- Jobs or hobbies with high demands on lip function (e.g. wind instruments, professional singing or speaking) – here we weigh it especially carefully or advise against it
Aftercare
- Do not rub or massage the lips for the first few hours
- Keep your head upright for about 4 hours; do not lie down
- No intense sport, sauna or tanning for 24 hours
- Be deliberately gentle with straws and strong lip-pursing in the first few days
Who is it for?
Ideal for a subtle effect when the upper lip looks thin or disappears inward when you smile. If you want noticeably more volume, hyaluronic acid is the better route – we are happy to discuss both options.
Every medical treatment carries risks. This information does not replace a personal medical consultation. The individual medical guidance on suitability, the procedure and possible side effects takes place before the treatment, at your in-person appointment.
Price
from €119
The exact price depends on individual scope and is discussed in the consultation.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between a lip flip and filler?
The lip flip adds no volume; it makes more lip show visible by relaxing the muscle. Filler builds real volume with hyaluronic acid.
How long does a lip flip last?
Usually only about two to three months, as the mouth ring muscle is very active and breaks the product down faster here.
Can I drink and speak normally afterwards?
Usually yes. In the first few days, drinking from a straw or whistling may feel a little unusual. We dose deliberately conservatively.
Can a lip flip be combined with filler?
Yes. Many combine both: the lip flip reveals more lip show, while hyaluronic acid adds volume and contour. We discuss this individually.
What does a lip flip cost in Wolfsburg?
The lip flip starts from €119. The introductory appointment is free and without obligation.
Does a lip flip hurt?
Barely: it is only a few very fine injections at the upper lip border – a brief prick. Numbing is usually not necessary; on request we cool briefly before treatment.
Who is a lip flip suitable for?
Ideal if the upper lip looks thin or disappears inward when you smile and you want a subtle effect without filler. For noticeably more volume, a hyaluronic-acid filler is more suitable.
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The introductory appointment is a no-obligation information meeting and is not a medical consultation or diagnosis; the individual medical guidance takes place before any treatment.