• Share your health information with your plastic surgeon, remember to mention if you have allergies, previous surgeries, use of medications, vitamins or supplements and any other relevant medical information
• Your surgeon will ask you questions about what you would like to improve with this procedure, what your expectations are and inform you of what can realistically be achieved.
• You will be physically examined to determine which will be the best technique to perform for your particular case
• Photos at different angles will be requested in order to carry out a complete evaluation
• Pre-surgery blood tests will be ordered
• You’ll need to quit smoking completely

For patients over 40 years of age or with any added cardiac, respiratory, renal pathology, etc. The following will be requested:

• Chest X-ray
• Cardiological assessment
• Electrocardiogram

🗓️ 1 MONTH BEFORE SURGERY

• Stop smoking 1 month before your scheduled procedure
• Stop taking alcohol 1 week before the procedure
• GLP-1 USERS: will be required to stop the medication 2 weeks before the procedure to avoid any anesthesia complications
• Avoid using aspirin, fish oil, garlic and omegas, at least 3 weeks before the procedure *if you are medically required to do so, it is very important you let your medical coordinator know about this
• No exercise 3 days before the surgery
• Avoid eating very greasy food 2 days before your surgery
• No skin tanning 2 weeks before the procedure to avoid skin damage
• Plan for your stay in Cancun for surgery and recovery
• Make sure you have a lose button down shirt to use during the recovery period

Anesthesia

Lip lift surgery is commonly performed under  mild sedation, although some patients may undergo general anesthesia if combined with other facial procedures.

The procedure is generally quick and performed on an outpatient basis.

Incisions & Sutures

• The most common technique is the bullhorn lip lift, where a carefully designed incision is placed discreetly beneath the base of the nose.

  This allows the surgeon to:

  • Remove a small strip of skin

  • Lift the upper lip upward

  • Increase upper lip visibility

  • Improve overall lip shape

  The incision is strategically hidden along the natural contours beneath the nose to minimize visible scarring.

Stitches

• Fine sutures are used to carefully close the incision and optimize healing.

  • Most stitches are removed within approximately 7-10 days

  • Scar appearance continues improving over several months

Right After Surgery

Once you are fully out of the anesthesia effects, you will be offered liquids to ensure that you tolerate them. After the procedure, when you are fully awake, you will be able to go back to your hotel / home.

Before You Leave the Hospital

Your plastic surgeon will come to assess your health condition and give you proper care instructions to take back home. It’s normal that you will be prescribed with  painkillers and antibiotics during the healing process. Your surgeon will give you a check up appointment during the following days to remove your stitches.

After the procedure, the plastic surgeon will prescribe pain relievers and antibiotics. It is recommended that during the 6 to 8 weeks following the procedure you sleep on your back, avoid bending downwards, do not expose yourself to the sun, or stay in very hot places. Likewise, you should avoid exercising for a period of approximately 6 to 8 weeks. It is important that you follow the recommendations of your surgeon to obtain a good result.

Patients are advised to:

• Keep the incision clean and dry

• Avoid excessive mouth movements initially

• Sleep with the head elevated

• Follow all post-operative instructions carefully

Proper aftercare is essential for optimal healing and scar quality.

During the recovery period your surgeon will provide with a list of things to take care during this time. It is usually recommended for the patient to have a total of 10 days stay at the destination, in order to have proper after care and medical check ups with your surgeon.

Recovery After Lip Lift Surgery

Recovery after a lip lift in Cancun is generally straightforward.

What to Expect After Surgery

• Mild swelling and tightness

• Temporary discomfort

• Minor bruising around the upper lip and nose

• Slight difficulty with exaggerated facial movements during the first days

Recovery is quite quick, you will be able to return to your hotel/home immediately after the procedure.

The stitches are removed 7-10 days after surgery.

The results are immediate, however local inflammation can last up to 3 months.

During the next 6 to 8 weeks you will be required to sleep on your back to avoid any pressure on the face Not following this will increase the risk of complications.

Recovery after lip lift in Cancun is generally smooth when post-operative instructions are followed.

Results

A lip lift creates a more youthful and balanced appearance by enhancing upper lip shape and definition while maintaining natural facial harmony.

Benefits include:

• Fuller-looking upper lip

• Improved smile aesthetics

• Increased upper tooth show

• Permanent rejuvenation

• Natural-looking enhancement

Although risks and complications rarely occur during eyelid surgery, can include:

• Anesthesia complications
• Hematomas
• Infection
• Changes in sensitivity
• Asymmetry and irregularities

In order to minimize the risks, your surgeon will order a series of blood tests and if necessary a cardiac evaluation to ensure that you are in good health for your procedure.

Following the recommendations of your surgeon will promote a lower risk of complications and a  good result.