Bullhorn lip lift in Frankfurt
The bullhorn lip lift:
At a glance
Cost
from €2,000
plus anesthesia, clinic
Duration
30 to 60 minutes
Anesthesia
Local anesthesia, twilight sedation if needed
Hospital stay
Outpatient
Back to social life
After approx. 7 days
Sports
after 2 to 3 weeks, depending on the sport
Aftercare
Suture removal after 7 days, regular follow-up appointments as agreed
Shorten the upper lip distance & a more beautiful lip contour: bullhorn lip lift with Dr. Nichlos
Many people find full, voluminous lips with a sensually curved lip line (Cupid’s bow) and a short distance between upper lip and nose attractive and appealing. By nature, however, the lip shape does not always match this beauty ideal. In addition, with increasing age the firmness of the skin declines, causing the lip line to sink and the distance between upper lip and nose to increase. If small lines around the mouth are added, the face quickly looks older and sterner, which many patients do not feel comfortable with.
Fortunately, today’s possibilities in plastic and aesthetic surgery make it possible to soften this unwanted effect and reshape the lips with a so-called bullhorn lip lift. This brings the lip vermilion back into focus, the lips look fuller and more sensual, and the face can look younger. As a specialist and expert in facial aesthetics in Frankfurt, Dr. Nichlos specializes in visual lip enhancement and rejuvenation and will gladly advise you in a personal conversation about the options for lip treatment.
What is a bullhorn lip lift?
A bullhorn lip lift (also: bullhorn lift or lip lift) is a special method of lip correction from aesthetic surgery. It is a small surgical procedure in which a narrow strip of skin between the upper lip and nose is removed. This strip has the shape of bull horns, hence the name of the treatment.
By removing the strip of skin, the distance between the upper lip and the nose is shortened and the lip line is raised. A procedure with a special effect: the lip shape still looks natural, but the lips look visually fuller and the smile more open and radiant, because the upper lip covers the teeth less. Thanks to this effect, a bullhorn lift can be an alternative to classic lip augmentation. A non-surgical option is lip filler; you can find more on our page Lip filler in Frankfurt.
Experiences with the bullhorn lip lift at Dr. Nichlos
What are the benefits of a bullhorn lip lift in Frankfurt?
Specialist for bullhorn lip lift in Frankfurt
Dr. med. Emmanouil Nichlos has specialized in lip lift procedures for over 17 years and has extensive experience in aesthetic lip surgery.
With precise technique and a trained eye for proportions, Dr. Nichlos achieves natural-looking results with a harmonious lip shape. Dr. Nichlos personally looks after freshly operated patients. In the first 24 hours after the operation, he is available to them for questions or problems.
What reasons speak for a bullhorn lip lift?
A bullhorn lift is requested at our practice in Frankfurt for aesthetic reasons. Shortening the distance between nose and lip vermilion has various effects on appearance and presence. The technique looks similar to a lip augmentation: more lip vermilion becomes visible, the lips look fuller, and when you smile more teeth are visible. All of this is widely considered attractive and can make the face look younger.
The procedure is also suitable for correcting a naturally particularly long philtrum (the name for the distance between upper lip and nose) or a “hidden” upper lip. Slight asymmetries of the lips can also be balanced out with a bullhorn lift.
What happens before the bullhorn lip lift?
Before the procedure, there is a personal consultation with Dr. Nichlos at our private practice in Frankfurt. In it, he asks what led you to decide on a lift for your lips. He wants to learn why you want new lips and how you picture your new appearance in order to achieve a good result for you.
He then advises you on which form of lip correction is best suited to fulfill your wishes (for example fuller lips). He explains the course of a bullhorn lift in detail, informs you about possible risks in the course of the conversation and gives you tips on what to pay attention to after the procedure.
No special preparation for the bullhorn lift is required. However, you should avoid alcohol and nicotine beforehand and afterward in order to keep the risk of complications during treatment and wound healing as low as possible.
If you regularly take blood-thinning medication, please tell us early on. It may be necessary to stop it temporarily in consultation with Dr. Nichlos. Note: In cases of acute skin conditions and infections, treatment is unfortunately not possible.
Bullhorn lip lift in Frankfurt: How does the procedure work?
Dr. Nichlos performs the bullhorn lift under local anesthesia in the operating rooms of the affiliated clinic in Frankfurt. The procedure takes about 30 to 60 minutes. During the procedure, he applies an anesthetic cream around the mouth and numbs the area locally so that you feel nothing during the procedure. If desired, treatment under twilight sedation is also possible, but general anesthesia is not required. Dr. Nichlos will discuss the anesthesia options with you in advance.
Once the anesthesia takes effect, Dr. Nichlos makes a small incision below the nose, along the nasal fold or the base of the nose. He then removes a narrow strip of skin in the marked shape (“bullhorn excision”) and then sutures the edges of the remaining skin.
Immediately after the procedure, swelling occurs at first. It is a normal reaction and usually subsides after a few days. After that, the final result is visible. A feeling of tension and slight pain are possible during this time.
Healing after the bullhorn lip lift: What to keep in mind
Allow yourself some rest in the first days after the bullhorn lip lift. By gently cooling the treated area, you support your body in healing, speed up the subsiding of swelling and help achieve the result you want.
Avoid physical exertion of all kinds for 2 to 3 weeks and protect your face from direct sunlight.
You are back to social life after about 7 days. The sutures are removed after 7 days.
What are the risks of a bullhorn lip lift?
As with any procedure, there are risks, which we discuss with you in detail beforehand. These include general risks associated with any surgery, such as postoperative bleeding or wound healing disorders. Infections are also possible, but rare thanks to our strict hygiene guidelines. After a bullhorn lip lift, swelling in the treated area is common. Slight redness and small bruises are also temporarily possible, as are sensory disturbances on and around the lips.
How much does a bullhorn lip lift cost in Frankfurt?
What is included in the price?
The cost of a lip lift is made up of several medical services. These usually include:
- detailed consultation (€100, fully credited if you go ahead with the treatment)
- analysis of the lip shape and facial proportions
- individual treatment planning
- surgical procedure by the specialist
- aftercare and follow-up appointments
Since the procedure is performed in a specialized clinic, anesthesia and clinic fees apply in addition.
The cost of a lip lift depends on the extent of the procedure and the chosen type of anesthesia. In the so-called bullhorn lip lift, a small strip of skin below the nose is removed, which raises the upper lip and makes more of the lip vermilion visible.
At our practice in Frankfurt, the cost of a lip lift generally starts at:
- Lip lift: from €2,000 plus anesthesia and clinic
The final price depends, among other things, on the individual anatomy of the lips and the aesthetic result you want. After a personal examination, Dr. med. Nichlos prepares an individual treatment and cost plan that transparently presents all services of the treatment.
Can you finance a bullhorn lip lift?
For more extensive aesthetic procedures, it is generally also possible to finance the treatment through monthly installments.
Financing is handled through an external financing partner and can be tailored individually to your financial situation. This way, the treatment can be conveniently settled with a monthly installment.
We are happy to inform you in a personal consultation about the requirements and the financing process.
Finance your desired treatment flexibly
You can conveniently pay your treatment costs in monthly installments, tailored to your financial situation. The application is straightforward, and processing is handled by our financing partner.
Your benefits at a glance:
- Flexible monthly installments for medical and cosmetic services
- Terms of up to 72 months to choose from
- Financing also possible for smaller amounts
- Desired amount and installment size freely selectable
- Attractive terms with an effective annual interest rate of 9.90% and a fixed borrowing rate of 9.48%
- Apply conveniently online or submit the form as a PDF
- Financing only through participating partners, subject to credit approval
Non-binding example calculation from a financing amount of €300 with an effective annual interest rate of 9.90% and a fixed borrowing rate of 9.48%. Financing only through participating partners, subject to credit approval.
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Medically reviewed by Dr. med. Emmanouil Nichlos
Dr. med. Emmanouil Nichlos is a specialist in plastic and aesthetic surgery in Frankfurt and has specialized in lip lift treatments and aesthetic procedures of the lips for over 17 years.
All content on this page has been personally reviewed by him and reflects the current medical knowledge in plastic and aesthetic surgery.
Frequently asked questions about the bullhorn lip lift in Frankfurt
What is the difference from lip filler with hyaluronic acid?
With filler, volume is created temporarily using hyaluronic acid. The bullhorn lip lift, by contrast, usually produces a long-term visual enlargement of the lips by surgically shortening the area of skin between the nose and upper lip.
Is a bullhorn lift painful?
Generally not. The procedure is performed under local anesthesia. After the procedure, slight pain or a feeling of tension may occur, which can be treated well with standard over-the-counter pain relievers.
Are there visible scars?
The fine scar runs directly below the nose and is placed along the natural contour. Once healing is complete, it is hardly visible anymore.
From what age is a bullhorn lip lift possible?
As a rule, the treatment is possible from the age of 20, provided that facial growth is complete.
How long does the result last?
The result generally lasts for the long term, but the skin continues to age. Whether another procedure makes sense later depends on the findings.
Can the bullhorn lip lift be combined with other procedures?
Yes, depending on your individual starting situation, a combination with hyaluronic acid filler or other facial treatments can make sense.
Does health insurance cover the treatment cost?
No, the bullhorn lip lift is a purely aesthetic procedure. Statutory health insurance does not cover any costs for it. Dr. med. Nichlos also does not have statutory health insurance accreditation.
What are the disadvantages and limits of a bullhorn lip lift?
The bullhorn lip lift is a surgery with an incision below the nose. Afterward, swelling, slight redness, small bruises and temporary sensory disturbances on and around the lips are possible, as well as general risks such as postoperative bleeding, wound healing disorders and infections. The procedure shortens the distance between the nose and upper lip, but it does not fill the lips with volume. In cases of acute skin conditions and infections, the treatment is not possible.
Who is the right doctor for a bullhorn lip lift?
Specialist training in plastic and aesthetic surgery and experience with the procedure are important. Dr. Nichlos is a specialist in plastic and aesthetic surgery, has specialized in lip lift procedures for over 17 years and is a member of the DGPRÄC, ISAPS and DGBT. You can find further tips on choosing a doctor in our guide How do I find the right plastic surgeon?
Your practice in Frankfurt’s Westend
At our practice on Grüneburgweg, Dr. Nichlos takes the time for your personal consultation. Bright rooms, short distances and a calm atmosphere help you feel well looked after from your first appointment.
Preliminary examination, consultation and aftercare take place here. Dr. Nichlos performs the surgery itself at the affiliated clinic in Frankfurt.
Plastic Surgery Dr. Emmanouil Nichlos
Grüneburgweg 95, 60323 Frankfurt am Main
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