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Botox® Lip Flip & Gummy Smile Treatment in Baton Rouge & Prairieville
Looking for a subtle, natural enhancement to your smile without adding volume or risking an overfilled look? A Botox® Lip Flip is a quick, non-surgical treatment that gently rolls the upper lip outward to create the illusion of a fuller, more defined lip shape, especially when smiling.
At Z Dermatology, board-certified dermatologist Dr. Ann Zedlitz, MD performs precision Botox lip flip and gummy smile treatments at our Baton Rouge and Prairieville locations. Using micro-doses of neuromodulator, Dr. Z helps you achieve a beautifully balanced, natural pout with zero downtime.
Botox Lip Flip: Quick Facts
Treatment Area:
Upper Lip
Adds Actual Volume?:
No.
Results:
Temporary and individualized
What Is a Botox Lip Flip & How Does It Work?
The shape and movement of your upper lip are controlled by a circular muscle called the orbicularis oris, which borders your mouth and helps with speaking, drinking, and smiling.
When you smile, this muscle can pull the upper lip inward and upward, causing it to "disappear" or curl under. During a Botox lip flip:
- Targeted Micro-Dosing: Dr. Zedlitz places a few tiny, strategically placed units of BOTOX® Cosmetic into the upper border of the orbicularis oris near the Cupid’s bow.
- Muscle Relaxation: The Botox temporarily relaxes the muscle fibers that pull the lip inward.
- The "Flip": As the muscle relaxes, the top lip gently rolls outward ("flips"), exposing more of the pink vermilion border.
The result is a subtly fuller appearance, enhanced definition, and a smile that keeps your top lip visible, all while maintaining your natural lip shape.
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What to Expect at Your Appointment
- Consultation & Smile Assessment: Dr. Zedlitz evaluates your facial anatomy, smile mechanics, and aesthetic preferences to determine exact injection points.
- Quick Injections (5–10 Minutes): Using a microscopic needle, Dr. Z places 2 to 4 micro-injections along the vermilion border of the upper lip. Discomfort is minimal and feels like a tiny pinch.
- Minimal Downtime: You can return to work and daily activities immediately. Avoid massaging the lip area, using straws, or vigorous workouts for the first 24 hours.
- Onset of Results: You will begin noticing subtle muscle relaxation in 3 to 5 days, with full results visible around day 10 to 14.
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Botox Lip Flip Results Near Baton Rouge & Prairieville
See how a few micro-units of Botox create a natural, refreshed smile for our patients in Greater Baton Rouge and Ascension Parish.
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Botox Lip Flip vs. Lip Filler: Which is Right for You?
Many patients ask whether they should choose a Botox lip flip or traditional hyaluronic acid lip fillers (such as Juvéderm® or Restylane®). Here is how they compare:
Primary Goal:
- Botox® Lip Flip: Flips lip outward to show more surface; corrects gummy smile
- Dermal Lip Filler: Adds physical volume, plumps thin lips, balances asymmetry
How it Works:
- Botox® Lip Flip: Relaxes the orbicularis oris muscle
- Dermal Lip Filler: Injects hyaluronic acid gel directly into lip tissue
Product Used:
- Botox® Lip Flip: BOTOX® Cosmetic (4–8 micro-units)
- Dermal Lip Filler: Hyaluronic acid filler
Longevity:
- Botox® Lip Flip: 8 to 12 weeks (2–3 months)
- Dermal Lip Filler: 6 to 12 months
Best For:
- Botox® Lip Flip: Thinning upper lip when smiling, gummy smiles, subtle definition
- Dermal Lip Filler: Those desiring noticeable volume, structure, or lip augmentation
Want to explore lip volumizing and contouring options? Learn more about our full range of lip fillers and dermal injectables in Baton Rouge.
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Botox Lip Flip FAQs
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Does a Botox lip flip make your lips bigger?
Botox Lip Flip can make more of the upper lip visible, but it does not add actual volume the way Lip Filler treatment with filler does.
- More lip may show
- No filler volume is added
- The effect is subtle
Is a lip flip the same as lip filler?
No. Botox Lip Flip changes muscle activity; Lip filler physically adds volume.
- Lip flip changes movement
- Filler adds volume
- They address different goals
How long does a Botox lip flip last?
The effect is temporary, and duration varies.
- Temporary treatment
- Longevity varies
- Maintenance may be needed
Can I get a lip flip and filler together?
Potentially. They address different aspects of lip appearance.
- Lip flip with Botox affects movement
- Lip Filler affects volume
- A provider can determine whether both make se
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Where can I get a Botox lip flip near Baton Rouge or Prairieville?
Z Dermatology offers cosmetic consultations at its Baton Rouge and Prairieville locations.
- Baton Rouge Botox Clinic
- Prairieville Botox Clinic
- Consultation determines whether lip flip or filler is a better fit
Schedule Your Botox Lip Flip Treatment in Baton Rouge & Prairieville
Ready to refresh your smile with natural, board-certified aesthetic care? Schedule your consultation with Dr. Ann Zedlitz, MD at Z Dermatology today.
