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4 to 6 Units
Typical Botox dose for a lip flip
What Is a Botox Lip Flip and How Does It Work?
The Botox lip flip is a technique that uses very small amounts of botulinum toxin injected into the orbicularis oris muscle along the upper lip border. By partially relaxing this muscle, the upper lip rolls slightly upward and outward, revealing more of the pink portion of the lip and creating the appearance of a fuller, more defined upper lip. The effect is subtle, naturallooking, and temporary.
How the Lip Flip Differs from Lip Filler:
Lip filler (typically hyaluronic acid) adds physical volume to the lips, increasing their size. The lip flip does not add volume. It changes the position and posture of the existing lip, making it appear fuller by exposing more of the vermillion border.
Because the lip flip uses only 4 to 6 units of Botox placed with high precision, it is a lower commitment option: the results are subtle, the effect is temporary (lasting 6 to 10 weeks on average in the lip region due to the high muscle activity in this area), and there is no swelling or recovery involved.
The lip flip is also commonly used to address a gummy smile, where the upper lip rises too high during smiling and exposes excessive gum tissue. A small amount of Botox placed at the lip border reduces the elevation of the upper lip during smiling, bringing the gumtotooth ratio into better balance.
Dr. Tiffany Jarrett will assess at consultation whether the lip flip alone addresses your goals or whether a combination approach including a small amount of filler would produce a better result. Both options are discussed transparently with no pressure.
What the Lip Flip at TOCC Aesthetics Addresses
- A thin or undefined upper lip that curls inward and appears less visible when smiling or at rest
- Upper lip lines (perioral lines) that deepen when the lip purses, where the relaxing effect of the flip also softens fine lines along the border
- Gummy smile, where the upper lip rises excessively during smiling and exposes more gum tissue than desired
- Patients who want a naturallooking lip enhancement without the commitment or volume of filler
- Patients who have had filler previously and want a subtle additional improvement without adding more volume
Why Choose TOCC Aesthetics for Your Lip Flip in Boynton Beach?
- Dr. Tiffany Jarrett performs every lip flip personally with microprecise dosing along the orbicularis oris: the lip area requires far less Botox than other facial areas and placement must be exact to avoid affecting speech or drinking function
- Honest guidance: Tiffany will tell you at consultation whether the lip flip is the right treatment for your anatomy and goals, or whether a small amount of filler would serve you better
- Naturallooking results are the priority: the lip flip at TOCC Aesthetics produces a subtle, refined improvement, not an obvious augmented appearance
- The consultation is thorough and nopressure: Tiffany assesses your upper lip anatomy, your smile pattern, and your specific concerns before making any recommendation
- Conveniently located in Boynton Beach with no assistants or rotating staff involved in any treatment
Clinical Highlights
6 to 10 Weeks
Average duration in the lip region
10 Min
Average treatment time, zero downtime
No Filler
Volumefree natural lip enhancement
2 Weeks
Full effect visible at two week mark
Who Is a Good Candidate for the Lip Flip?
- Adults with a thin or inwardcurling upper lip who want a subtle, natural enhancement without adding filler volume
- Patients bothered by a gummy smile who want a conservative, nonsurgical correction
- Adults in good general health who are not pregnant or breastfeeding
- Patients without neuromuscular disorders or prior severe reactions to botulinum toxin
- Patients who play wind instruments or whose profession requires very precise lip control: the lip flip can affect fine lip motor function temporarily and may not be appropriate for these patients. Tiffany will discuss this at consultation.
- Patients with realistic expectations: the lip flip produces a subtle, natural change. It is not a replacement for significant lip augmentation with filler.
See Your Results
Before & after
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Your Lip Flip Appointment at TOCC Aesthetics, Step by Step
- Consultation: Tiffany evaluates your upper lip anatomy at rest and during smiling, assesses the degree of lip curl inward, and discusses your goals. If you are bothered by a gummy smile, she assesses the elevation of your upper lip during smiling and determines the appropriate placement. She explains the expected result honestly and discusses whether the lip flip alone or a combination approach better suits your anatomy.
- Personalized Mapping: Tiffany marks 3 to 5 precise injection points along the upper border of the orbicularis oris. Placement must be exact: too deep or too far from the border can affect speech and muscle function temporarily.
- Treatment: A very small amount of Botox (4 to 6 units total) is injected with an ultrafine needle along the upper lip border. The procedure takes approximately 10 minutes and is well tolerated. Topical numbing can be applied beforehand on request.
- PostTreatment Instructions: Tiffany advises avoiding pressure on the lip area, avoiding very hot food and drinks for 24 hours, and not massaging the treated area. You may notice mild temporary puffiness at injection sites that resolves within an hour.
- Onset and Results: The lip flip takes 5 to 7 days to fully appear. At two weeks, Tiffany is available for a followup if you want to discuss the result or make any adjustment. Results last 6 to 10 weeks in the lip region due to the constant activity of the orbicularis oris.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will the lip flip affect my speech or ability to drink from a straw?
Because the orbicularis oris is involved in speech and fine lip motor function, some patients notice a very slight change in pronunciation of certain sounds, particularly B, M, and P sounds, in the first one to two weeks as the muscle adjusts. This is temporary and subtle for the vast majority of patients. Tiffany uses the minimum effective dose to minimize any functional impact. Patients whose work or activities require highly precise lip control should discuss this with Tiffany at consultation.
How is the lip flip different from lip filler?
The lip flip does not add volume. It changes the posture of the existing upper lip by relaxing the muscle slightly so the lip rolls outward, revealing more of the pink lip tissue. Lip filler physically increases lip size with injected hyaluronic acid. The lip flip produces a more subtle, natural result. Many patients use both in combination: a small amount of filler for volume and a lip flip for definition and posture.
How long does the lip flip last?
The lip region sees constant muscle activity from speaking, eating, and expression, which means Botox metabolizes faster here than in other facial areas. Most patients find their lip flip lasts 6 to 10 weeks before returning to baseline. Some patients with less active lip muscle use see results lasting slightly longer.
Can the lip flip help with upper lip lines?
Yes, to a degree. The relaxing effect of the orbicularis oris along the lip border also reduces the intensity of lip pursing, which is a significant driver of perioral lines (the vertical lines above the upper lip). For patients with more established perioral lines, a combination of a small amount of Botox along the border and a collagenstimulating treatment such as microneedling or PRF may produce the most comprehensive improvement.
What is the cost of a lip flip at TOCC Aesthetics in Boynton Beach?
The lip flip uses a small number of units (typically 4 to 6) compared to other Botox areas. Tiffany provides transparent pricing at your consultation. Because it is a standalone treatment, many patients combine it with another area such as forehead or frown lines at the same appointment.
Can I get a lip flip if I already have lip filler?
Yes. The lip flip and lip filler are complementary. If you have existing filler, the lip flip can further define the upper lip border and posture. Tiffany will assess your current filler volume and lip anatomy at consultation to determine the appropriate placement and dose for your specific situation.
Book Your Consultation
Ready to explore a natural, subtle lip enhancement? Book your lip flip consultation at TOCC Aesthetics in Boynton Beach today. Call Dr. Tiffany Jarrett at (561) 944-7344 or book online. Serving Boynton Beach, Delray Beach, Boca Raton, Lake Worth, and Palm Beach County.