Lip Reduction & Augmentation Surgery
Lip Reduction Surgery in Delhi
In a lip surgery or lip reduction treatment, generally both the lips are reduced to bring the lips in proportion. However, a visible reduction is performed in the lower lip. This is done to secure the outward turned lower lip. If you wish to get a lip surgery done in order to get that desired look and shape, consult our surgeons to kick-start your transformation without any further delay.
It is a simple surgical procedure as compared to others. The entire surgery is performed in 30 minutes per lip. The scars aren’t visible on the outside.
Lip reduction is performed on local anesthesia. When combined with laser, lip surgery becomes a bloodless procedure. At our clinic, we use the CO2 laser, which helps in reducing the downtime. Once the surgery is performed, stitches are removed in a week’s time. Generally, the stitches are absorbable.
The patients may experience swelling after the surgery. It tends to settle down in about 2 week’s time, earlier if the surgery is performed using a laser. However, it is important to know that the final results may take longer to become evident. Also, lip reduction is a one-time procedure and the results are long-lasting. You don’t have to go for additional sessions or touch-ups after the surgery is performed.
Lip Augmentation Surgery in Delhi (with fat)
Yes! You can also opt for lip augmentation performed with fat grafting at our clinic, Dadu Medical Centre located in Delhi, Vasant Vihar (South Delhi), Rajouri Garden (West Delhi). This procedure is long lasting and irreversible in nature. To experience significant changes from the surgery the individual needs to undergo the procedure again because the injected fat tends to get absorbed at times. The procedure is usually performed on local anesthesia. However, sedation is used to make the patient more comfortable. With no cuts made to harvest or inject the fat, the whole process is done with injections spanning a period of 30 minutes.
Lip Reduction and Augmentation Surgery in Delhi — Getting the Lip Shape That Actually Suits Your Face
Not everyone is born with lips that feel right for their face. Some people have lips that are noticeably large or protrude outward in a way that makes them feel self conscious, while others have lips that are too thin and lose their shape further with age. Both of these are real concerns and both have surgical solutions that produce lasting results. Lip reduction and lip augmentation surgery in Delhi are two separate procedures that address opposite ends of the same problem, and at Dadu Medical Centre, a trusted plastic surgery clinic in Delhi with locations in Vasant Vihar and Rajouri Garden, Dr. Nivedita Dadu and her team of board certified surgeons help patients get the lip shape and proportion that genuinely feels like it belongs to their face. Whether you want less or more, the goal here is always balance and proportion rather than an exaggerated result.
Starting with lip reduction, this is a procedure for people who feel their lips are too large relative to the rest of their face. In many cases it is the lower lip that protrudes the most or turns outward, which draws unwanted attention and affects the overall harmony of the lower face. The surgery involves carefully removing a strip of tissue from inside the lip so the incision is hidden entirely within the mouth and there are no visible scars on the outside of the face. The surgeon trims the excess tissue and closes the incision, which brings the lip inward and reduces its overall volume and projection. Both lips can be addressed in the same sitting if needed, though visible reduction is most commonly focused on the lower lip. The procedure takes roughly 30 minutes per lip and is performed under local anesthesia. When a CO2 laser is used alongside the surgery, it makes the procedure virtually bloodless and also shortens the recovery period compared to conventional techniques. Stitches used are mostly absorbable and in cases where they are not, they are removed within about a week.
Swelling after lip reduction surgery is expected and typically settles within two weeks, sometimes faster when laser assisted techniques are used. The final result takes a little longer to fully show because tissues in the lip area take time to settle completely. One thing patients consistently appreciate about lip reduction is that it is a one time permanent procedure. Unlike fillers or non surgical treatments, there are no repeat sessions, no maintenance appointments, and no touch ups needed. The result holds for life.
Lip augmentation surgery at Dadu Medical Centre is performed using fat grafting, which makes it a very different experience from the temporary filler injections that most people are familiar with. In fat grafting, a small amount of the patient's own fat is harvested from somewhere else on the body and then carefully injected into the lips to add volume and definition. Because it uses the body's own tissue rather than an external substance, it is generally well tolerated and the texture tends to feel natural. The procedure is done under local anesthesia with sedation for comfort and takes about 30 minutes. There are no cuts made to either harvest or inject the fat, meaning the entire thing is done through tiny injection points that leave no visible marks.
The nature of fat grafting means that some of the injected fat does get absorbed by the body over the months following the procedure. This varies from person to person and is something the doctors in Delhi at Dadu Medical Centre explain clearly during the consultation. The fat that does survive becomes a permanent addition to the lips. For patients who want more volume after some absorption has occurred, the procedure can be repeated. In the right patient, fat grafting delivers a softer, more natural looking fullness compared to synthetic fillers and the results that do last are considered permanent.
Both procedures are outpatient in nature, meaning patients go home the same day. Recovery for lip reduction involves some swelling and mild discomfort that resolves within two weeks for most patients. Lip augmentation recovery similarly involves some temporary swelling and tenderness around the lips which settles over a similar timeframe. Most people return to normal daily activities within a few days of either procedure. The clinic in Delhi offers consultations at both Vasant Vihar and Rajouri Garden where the surgeon will assess your lip shape, facial proportions, and specific goal before recommending which procedure or combination works best for you.
Lip Surgery Cost in Delhi- Detailed Cost Breakdown by Procedure Type
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Procedure Type |
What It Does |
Approximate Cost Range (INR) |
|
Lip Reduction (Lower Lip Only) |
Reduces size and projection of lower lip, no visible scar |
?30,000 to ?55,000 |
|
Lip Reduction (Both Upper and Lower Lips) |
Brings both lips into better proportion with the face |
?50,000 to ?85,000 |
|
Laser Assisted Lip Reduction |
CO2 laser used for bloodless, faster healing reduction |
?45,000 to ?75,000 |
|
Lip Augmentation with Fat Grafting |
Own body fat injected to add natural volume to thin lips |
?40,000 to ?70,000 |
|
Lip Reduction plus Augmentation |
One lip reduced while other is enhanced for better balance |
?65,000 to ?1,10,000 |
|
Local Anesthesia and Sedation Charges |
Comfort medication administered during the procedure |
?5,000 to ?15,000 |
|
Post Surgery Medications |
Antibiotics, pain relief, swelling management |
?1,500 to ?4,000 |
|
Follow Up Consultations |
One to two post surgery check ups |
Included or ?500 to ?1,000 per visit |
Costs are indicative and confirmed after a one on one consultation at Dadu Medical Centre based on what specifically needs to be corrected and the technique used.
Lip Reduction vs Lip Augmentation- Which One Is for You
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Concern |
Lip Reduction |
Lip Augmentation with Fat |
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Lips feel too big or too prominent |
Yes, this is the right procedure |
Not suitable for this concern |
|
Lower lip turns outward or protrudes |
Yes, reduction corrects outward projection |
Not suitable |
|
Lips feel very thin or have lost volume with age |
Not suitable |
Yes, fat grafting restores volume |
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Want permanently fuller lips |
Not applicable |
Yes, surviving fat is permanent |
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Want a quick procedure with no cuts on face |
Yes, incision is hidden inside the mouth |
Yes, done entirely with injections |
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Concerned about unnatural look |
Yes, reduction creates natural proportion |
Yes, fat grafting looks and feels natural |
|
Want to avoid repeat sessions |
Yes, one time permanent procedure |
Mostly permanent, some top up may be needed |
|
Suitable for both men and women |
Yes |
Yes |
|
Needs local anesthesia only |
Yes |
Yes, with sedation for comfort |
|
Done as outpatient, go home same day |
Yes |
Yes |
Lip Surgery Recovery at a Glance
|
Time After Surgery |
What to Expect |
What You Can Do |
What to Avoid |
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Day 1 to 2 |
Swelling, tenderness, slight tightness in lip area |
Rest at home, cold compress gently, take medications |
Hot food, spicy food, talking excessively, stretching lips |
|
Day 3 to 5 |
Swelling continues, bruising may appear, lips feel firm |
Light daily activities resumed, soft diet |
Hard or chewy food, kissing, pressure on lip area |
|
Day 6 to 10 |
Swelling starts settling, stitches dissolving or removed |
Return to most normal activities and desk work |
Applying pressure to lips, dental procedures |
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Week 2 |
Most swelling resolved, lips beginning to look more natural |
Normal routine including light social activities |
Lip massage or manipulation, very spicy food |
|
Week 3 to 4 |
Final shape becoming clearer, any remaining tightness easing |
Normal diet and activities fully resumed |
Nothing specific, follow up with surgeon |
|
Month 1 to 3 |
Final settled result visible, any absorbed fat stabilises |
Full normal life, no restrictions |
Nothing specific |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Will the scars from lip reduction surgery be visible on my face?
A. No. The incision is made entirely on the inside of the lip through the mucous membrane, so there are no marks or scars visible on the outside of the face at all.
Q. How long do the results of lip reduction surgery last?
A. Lip reduction is a permanent one time procedure. The tissue that is removed does not grow back and results are long lasting without any need for repeat sessions or touch ups.
Q. Is lip augmentation with fat grafting the same as getting fillers?
A. No. Fillers use an external synthetic substance and need to be repeated every several months. Fat grafting uses your own body fat and the results that remain after initial absorption are considered permanent.
Q. Will all of the injected fat survive during lip augmentation?
A. Some absorption of the fat is normal and expected in the months after the procedure. The fat that does survive becomes permanently integrated into the lip tissue. A top up can be done if more volume is desired.
Q. How long does lip surgery take and is it painful?
A. Each lip takes about 30 minutes and the procedure is done under local anesthesia so there is no pain during it. Mild soreness and swelling for a few days after is normal and manageable with medication.
Q. How soon after surgery can I eat and drink normally?
A. Soft foods are advised for the first week or so. Most patients return to a normal diet within 10 to 14 days once the initial swelling has reduced and the lip feels comfortable.
Q. Can I get both reduction and augmentation done at the same time?
A. Yes. In some cases where one lip needs to be reduced and the other enhanced for better balance, both can be addressed in a single sitting. The doctors in Delhi at Dadu Medical Centre will assess what combination is appropriate for your face.
Q. How many days off work will I need after lip surgery?
A. Most patients return to desk work within three to five days once the initial swelling is manageable. Anyone who deals with the public or has very visible daily interactions may prefer to wait until the swelling settles more fully at around two weeks.
Q. Is this treatment in Delhi suitable for men as well?
A. Yes, both lip reduction and lip augmentation surgery are performed for men and women equally. The approach is customised to suit the individual's facial structure and the look they are trying to achieve.
Q. Why get lip surgery done at Dadu Medical Centre?
A. Dr. Nivedita Dadu and the team at the clinic in Delhi bring an experienced aesthetic eye to every lip procedure, focusing on proportion, natural results, and hidden incisions so the outcome enhances the face without drawing attention to the fact that surgery was done.
