Injectable · Dysport · Allergan · Nabota
Lip Flip
A subtler upper lip — without adding volume.
Prices are in AED and exclude 5% VAT. Every treatment begins with a physician consultation. A consultation is not a commitment to treatment.
What it is
A few precise units of botulinum toxin relax the muscle around the upper lip so it rests slightly outward. A refinement, not a filler.
What it addresses
An upper lip that looks thin or seems to disappear when you smile, a mildly gummy smile, an upper lip that curls inward, and fine lines above the lip. Relaxing the muscle around the upper lip lets it rest slightly outward, for a softer, more balanced look without added volume.
What you should see
A subtle, natural-looking change: the upper lip shows a little more, especially when you smile, and fine lines above it can look softer. The smile looks more balanced and relaxed, without any added volume.
In the care of
Dr. Anna Semenova
General Practitioner
Experienced in aesthetic medicine and non-surgical aesthetic treatments, such as fillers, Botox and energy-based lifting.
Dr. Anna Semenova is a General Practitioner experienced in aesthetic medicine and non-surgical aesthetic treatments, whose earlier experience in surgery, urology and dermatology informs a careful, anatomically grounded approach. Her clinical background covers patient diagnosis, treatment planning and preventative care, working with multidisciplinary teams towards holistic outcomes. Every plan begins with a detailed skin consultation, from which she recommends the appropriate treatments and skincare routine for the individual patient.
The honest strip
- Sessions
- 1
- Downtime
- Usually minimal.
- How it feels
- A few quick pinpricks along the upper lip.
- When you see it
- The effect begins within about 3–7 days and peaks at around two weeks.
- Skin types
- Suitable for all skin types (Fitzpatrick I–VI).
What it does not do
- Does not add volume or structure — it is not a filler
- Does not treat marionette lines, the jawline or the lower face
- Does not last as long as anti-wrinkle injections in the forehead or jaw
- Cannot correct asymmetry caused by bone structure
- Not a substitute for a surgical lip lift
- Can briefly make sipping through a straw, whistling or some sounds feel different
Who it is not for
- Pregnancy or breastfeeding
- Myasthenia gravis, Lambert–Eaton syndrome or other neuromuscular disorders
- Infection, a cold sore or dermatitis around the mouth
- Allergy to botulinum toxin or its ingredients (some brands contain traces of cow's milk protein)
- Work or hobbies that rely on precise lip control, such as playing a wind instrument
- Hoping for added volume — filler is the treatment for that
Areas
- Upper lip: a few tiny injections into the lip muscle (orbicularis oris), just above the lip border
- Treatment is limited to the upper lip
Downtime, in full
Usually minimal. Small bumps at the injection points settle within about an hour, a pinpoint bruise is occasionally seen, and most people return to their day straight away.
Comfort and anaesthesia
A few quick pinpricks along the upper lip. Most people tolerate it well without anaesthetic; ice or a topical anaesthetic cream may be used for comfort.
Timeline
The effect begins within about 3–7 days and peaks at around two weeks. It usually lasts about two to three months, then wears off gradually, and the treatment can be repeated.
After the treatment
- Stay upright for four hours
- Avoid rubbing or pressing on the lips for 24 hours, including heavy lipstick application
- Skip strenuous exercise, saunas and alcohol for the rest of the day
- No lasers, peels or other treatments around the mouth for 1–2 weeks
- If the result looks uneven after two weeks, contact the clinic
- If you are prone to cold sores, your doctor may advise antiviral cover
How people describe it
- An upper lip that disappears when smiling
- A gummy smile that shows a lot of gum
- Wanting slightly more lip show without filler
- A thin upper-lip line in photos
- An upper lip that curls inward
- Wanting a natural result — their own lips, subtly refined
Combines with
Often planned together.
Device treatment
Platinum HydraFacial
Cleanse, extract, infuse — in a single pass.
Hands-on
Red Carpet Facial
The Fire & Ice facial, for the evening that matters.
Device treatment
BBL & MOXI
Two technologies, one platform: tone and texture together.
Next step
Suitability is decided in the room, with a physician.
Device suitability is confirmed at consultation — never before. Results vary between individuals and no particular outcome is promised.
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