Is a Batman Lip Lift Painful?

The procedure itself will be pain-free due to anesthesia. You should expect some swelling, bruising, and mild discomfort post-surgery, but pain medication and cold compresses will help with these symptoms.

How Many Appointments Will I Need?

Dr. Gentile will have you return to our office about a week after surgery to monitor your recovery and remove any bandages or sutures. He will then let you know when he wants to see you again.

How Long Until I See Results?

While many patients will be able to see some positive results immediately following your procedure, you should expect to see better results in about three months, with your final lip ratio settling at the one-year mark.

Can I Combine a Batman Lip Lift With Other Procedures?

Yes, indeed! Many of our patients who received a Batman lip lift in Cleveland have considered combining it with other facial enhancement treatments, such as a rhinoplasty. Patients are encouraged to share their ideas for combined procedures with Dr. Gentile during their initial consultation so that he can consider them when drafting their surgical plan.

What Are the Risks Associated With a Batman Lip Lift?

A Batman lip lift has the following risks associated with it that are important to outline: Allergic reactions to anesthesia Blood loss during or after surgery Infection Nerve damage Poor wound healing or scarring Scarring Uneven lips If you experience any long-lasting or unexpected reactions during your recovery, please contact us at Gentile Plastic Surgery immediately.

Youngstown & Akron, OH

Batman Lip Lift

Introduction

Introduction to Batman Lip Lift

The pout is here to stay! Everyone is interested in plumping their lips surgically or non-surgically. Even makeup essentials such as lip glosses are being sold with plumping agents in them. The world wants to have full, luscious lips, and we are here to give them to you. If you are looking for a lip lift in the Cleveland Metropolitan area, contact Gentile Plastic Surgery to schedule a consultation with double board-certified facial plastic surgeon Dr. Richard Gentile and ask about the “Batman” lip lift. It is called that because the strip of upper lip skin just under the nose, which is removed, resembles a Batman image. A Batman lip lift is a perfect procedure for patients who want to increase lip volume but do not like the appearance of filler in the lip. Please read below if you are interested in learning more about a Batman lip lift at either of our Youngstown or Akron locations.

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A close-up of a light-skinned woman with long, wavy, light brown hair. She is angled slightly toward the camera, gazing off to the side with a contemplative expression. Her makeup is natural, and she wears a cream-colored, textured garment. One hand rests on her neck, adorned with a delicate gold bracelet. The soft lighting highlights her features against a muted gray background. - Batman Lip Lift in Youngstown, OH

What is a
Batman Lip Lift?

At Gentile Plastic Surgery, the Batman lip lift aims to reduce the distance between the nasal elements and the upper lip. This distance, also known as the philtrum, can sometimes increase with age or just be a genetic disposition. People gravitate towards a shorter philtrum as being the attractive default. During the procedure, a tiny strip of skin will be removed, and the upper lip will then be raised. In the process, the lip curls upward, creating more teeth and giving the vibe of a fuller upper lip as more of the classic lip pink shows.

What are the
benefits of a
Batman Lip Lift?

Our patients who have received a Batman lip lift in Cleveland have enjoyed its many benefits, including the facial rejuvenation it offers. Some other benefits include:

Balancing symmetry in lips
Shortens the distance between the lips and nose
Causes increased lip show
Increasing the projection of Cupid’s bow
Improvement in “smoker’” lines or the lines in the skin above the lip
Shortens the length of the midface
Reduction in need for lip filler

Who are the
best candidates
for a Batman Lip Lift?

A Batman lip lift is ideal for patients who want to create more symmetry in the lower face and are not interested in injectables and fillers. Some characteristics of ideal patients for a Batman’s lip lift in Cleveland include:

Have thin or “bird” lips.
Low self-esteem due to sagging mouth
Maintain realistic expectations
No underlying health issues
Those with asymmetric lips

What’s the
First Step?

The first step in getting a Batman lip lift in the Cleveland area is scheduling a consultation with double board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Richard Gentile. During your consultation, Dr. Gentile will discuss your medical history, your aesthetic goals, concerns, and expectations. If you are not a candidate for surgery, Dr. Gentile will refer you to the non-surgical options for lip enhancement. However, if you are an ideal candidate for the Batman lip lift, he will then examine your mouth, talking you through prospective incision points and the techniques that will be used with their associated risks, benefits, and recovery timeline.

Once you both agree to move forward, Dr. Gentile will design a treatment plan. You can take this plan to our patient concierge to schedule pricing options and receive pre-operative instructions.

What to Expect
on the Day of
Batman Lip Lift Surgery

On the day of your Batman lip lift in Cleveland, Dr. Gentile and his staff will receive you at the Gentile Plastic Surgery practice, get you settled in your procedure room, and review the surgical plan in case of any outlying questions. Once you are comfortable, a board-certified anesthesiologist will administer local anesthesia to keep you pain-free during the procedure.

Once you are numb, Dr. Gentile will begin by creating a hidden incision beneath the nose. Once he has access to the underlying tissue, he will lift and adjust it to give you a symmetrical, final alignment of the mouth. He will seal the incision with dissolvable sutures once he feels he has achieved your aesthetic goals.

A Batman lip lift will take less than an hour to complete without any complications.

Batman Lip Lift Recovery

Post-surgery, the staff will monitor you in the recovery room to ensure you fully recover from anesthesia. They will discharge you with post-operative instructions, which you are encouraged to follow.

Most patients return to normal daily activities after 4 to 7 days. Minor swelling or bruising is expected and self-resolves within one week.

How much
does a
Batman Lip Lift
cost in Cleveland, OH?

The cost of a Batman lip lift in Youngstown, Akron, and the greater Cleveland area will depend on many factors, including, but not limited to, the complexity of the procedure, Dr. Gentile’s fees, and the anesthetist’s fees. The fastest way to arrive at a price estimate is to schedule your consultation so that you can have a surgical plan that can be priced out.

Why Choose
Dr. Gentile?

Dr. Richard D. Gentile is a distinguished Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, teacher, and author respected internationally for his innovative artistry and technical skills. He founded the Facial Plastic and Aesthetic Laser Center in 1987 and serves northern Ohio in his specialized centers in Fairlawn and Boardman, Ohio. Before entering full-time private practice at Gentile Plastic Surgery, Dr. Gentile served as a Clinical Associate Professor at the Northeast Ohio Medical University and has served on the medical faculty of Case Western Reserve College of Medicine in Cleveland, Ohio, and the Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas.

Dr. Gentile is double board-certified by the American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (ABFPRS) and the American Board of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery (ABO-HNS). Dr. Gentile is a Fellow of the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (FAAFPRS) and has served as an executive officer (Treasurer) for the Academy and its research foundation in Alexandria, Virginia. His dual background provides a unique understanding of the complexities involved in cosmetic and reconstructive surgery of the face, eyes, and head and neck. He should be your first choice for your Batman lip lift in Youngstown and Akron.

Batman Lip Lift FAQ’s

Yes, indeed! Many of our patients who received a Batman lip lift in Cleveland have considered combining it with other facial enhancement treatments, such as a rhinoplasty. Patients are encouraged to share their ideas for combined procedures with Dr. Gentile during their initial consultation so that he can consider them when drafting their surgical plan.
A Batman lip lift has the following risks associated with it that are important to outline:
- Allergic reactions to anesthesia
- Blood loss during or after surgery
- Infection
- Nerve damage
- Poor wound healing or scarring
- Scarring
- Uneven lips
If you experience any long-lasting or unexpected reactions during your recovery, please contact us at Gentile Plastic Surgery immediately.

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Schedule a
Consultation

If you want to rejuvenate the appearance of your mouth and lip area, learn more about a Batman lip lift at Gentile Plastic Surgery in the greater Cleveland area. We can schedule a personal lip consultation with double-board-certified facial plastic surgeon Dr. Richard Gentile to discuss the surgical and non-surgical treatments available.