A lip flip is a quick, low-commitment procedure that uses a small amount of Botox or Dysport to relax the muscle just above the upper lip, causing it to roll slightly outward. The result: your upper lip looks fuller and more defined without adding any volume through filler. At ThinMD MedSpa, we perform lip flips for patients in Jacksonville Beach and San Jose who want a subtle, natural-looking enhancement.
Lip filler adds physical volume using hyaluronic acid. A lip flip uses neuromodulator (Botox or Dysport) to change how the lip sits at rest. The flip is better for patients who feel their upper lip disappears when they smile, or who want a more refined lip line without going bigger. Many patients get both — filler for volume and a flip for shape.
Dr. Anthony Capasso MD and our clinical team perform the lip flip with a few small injections along the Cupid’s bow and the border of the upper lip. The procedure itself takes under five minutes. Results develop over four to seven days and typically last six to eight weeks — shorter than standard Botox because the orbicularis oris muscle around the mouth moves constantly. Most patients return every two months to maintain the effect.
You are likely a good candidate for a lip flip if you:
Because the lip flip relaxes the muscle that controls mouth movement, some patients notice a temporary change in how they say certain sounds (especially B, P, and M) or how they sip through a straw. These effects are subtle and resolve as the neuromodulator metabolizes. If you play a wind instrument or are concerned about speech for professional reasons, discuss this with our team during your consultation.
A lip flip typically uses four to eight units of Botox. ThinMD MedSpa provides current pricing during your consultation. The cost is significantly less than lip filler because the product volume used is minimal.
Most patients describe the sensation as a quick pinch. No topical numbing is required, though we can apply it on request. The procedure is finished in minutes.
Yes. Many patients use a small amount of filler for volume and a lip flip to sharpen the shape of the upper lip. Our team will recommend the right combination based on your anatomy and goals.
The neuromodulator takes four to seven days to fully take effect. You will begin to see the flip emerge gradually over that window.
A lip flip enhances what is already there rather than adding volume. If your lips are very thin, you may see better results from filler. If your upper lip is thin but your lower lip has good volume, a flip creates a more balanced look without filler on the upper lip.
ThinMD MedSpa serves patients at two Jacksonville locations: Jacksonville Beach (1351 13th Avenue South, Suite 105) and San Jose (10950 San Jose Blvd, Suite 41). Call (904) 694-0992 to schedule or use the contact form on this page. All injectable treatments are performed or directly supervised by Dr. Anthony Capasso MD.
ThinMD MedSpa serves patients across the greater Jacksonville area from two physician-supervised locations. Same standard of care, same medical team, both fully equipped.
A lip flip uses a small, precise dose of Botox injected into the orbicularis oris muscle just above the upper lip. This relaxes the muscle and causes the upper lip to gently roll outward, creating the appearance of a fuller, more defined upper lip without adding volume through filler. The result is a subtle, natural-looking enhancement.
A lip flip creates the illusion of fuller lips by relaxing the muscle that curls the upper lip inward. It does not add volume. Lip filler uses hyaluronic acid to physically add volume and shape. A lip flip is ideal for patients who show minimal upper lip when smiling or who want subtle definition without the fullness of filler.
A lip flip typically lasts six to eight weeks, which is shorter than filler because the small dose of Botox used wears off relatively quickly in the highly mobile lip area. Many patients combine a lip flip with a small amount of lip filler to achieve both definition and volume, with the filler lasting six to twelve months.
There is no downtime. Some patients experience slight swelling or tenderness at the injection site for a day or two. Results begin to appear within three to five days as the Botox takes effect and are fully visible within one to two weeks. Patients should avoid drinking from straws or puckering the lips forcefully for a few days after treatment.
A lip flip uses only a small number of Botox units, typically four to six, making it one of the most affordable aesthetic treatments available. Exact pricing is based on the number of units used and is confirmed during consultation or by calling either ThinMD MedSpa location. Jacksonville Beach: (904) 694-0992. San Jose: (904) 619-0130.
Reach us at either Jacksonville location. Our team responds to all inquiries.
