Abstract
Aims and Backgrounds
This study presents a simplified guideline for corner lip lifting (cheiloplasty),
a procedure aimed at enhancing the lateral lip's appearance by addressing vermilion
deficiency, philtral hooding, and angular depression.
Historical Aspects
Despite the evolution of cosmetic cheiloplasty, with numerous techniques developed
to enhance lip aesthetics, tailoring the procedure to individual patients and selecting
suitable candidates remain significant challenges for surgeons.
Anatomy
Utilizing detailed anatomical mapping based on relaxed skin tension lines and the
Diagonal (“D”) line, we outline precise surgical techniques to optimize vermilion
exposure, elevate the chelion, and improve facial character.
Patient Selection
Key considerations include dental influences and aging-related ptosis, with specific
endpoints and pitfalls highlighted to ensure reproducible outcomes.
Techniques
We introduce three types of corner lip lifts—1, 2a, and 2b—designed to treat varying
degrees of lateral lip deficiencies in both younger and older patients, either alone
or in combination with subnasal lip lifts using the Cupid Lift® algorithm.
Postoperative Care
Sutures are removed at days 3 and 5, and incisions are lasered with a low-energy CO2 at 6 and 12 weeks.
Conclusion and Clinical Relevance
Our findings demonstrate that these procedures effectively restore lateral lip aesthetics,
balance stomion and chelion positions, and ameliorate aging-related changes, offering
a versatile approach for practitioners. This work advances cosmetic surgery by providing
a streamlined framework for corner lip lifting, enhancing patient outcomes in facial
rejuvenation and aesthetic harmony.
Keywords
corner lip lift - cheiloplasty - deep plane
