Post-Central Lip Lift Care

Hospitalization and Return Home

• There is no need for hospitalization after central lip lift surgery, and the patient can return home on the same day.

Sleeping Position

• Avoid sleeping on your face.
• While sleeping, keep your head elevated above body level using two pillows.

Use of Cold Compresses

• Use cold compresses for up to 2 days after surgery.

Facial Movement Restrictions

• Limit your facial movements.
• Avoid severe laughing, excessive talking, or prolonged chewing, especially during the first 7 days after surgery.
• After suture removal, these restrictions are no longer necessary.

Suture Care

• Lubricate the suture sites twice a day using Vitamin A ointment.

Brushing Teeth

• When brushing your teeth, use small and soft toothbrushes to clean your teeth.

Suture Removal Time

• Usually, sutures can be removed 10 days after central lip lift surgery.

Medications

• After lip lift surgery, there is no need to take antibiotics.

Final Note: Central lip lift is an outpatient surgery with a relatively short recovery period. Strict adherence to the above points, especially limiting facial movements in the first week and using cold compresses, plays a key role in reducing swelling and achieving the desired result.

Be happy and proud
Dr. Hadi Amali