Everything to know about lip reduction surgery in Korea

Having full and plump lips are considered sexy, but lips that are too thick or big might suggest otherwise. In fact, having larger than average lips disrupts the proportions of your facial features, and can sometimes even interfere with eating, drinking and speaking.

If you feel that your too-large or too-thick lips are making you self-conscious and are driving your self-esteem down, lip reduction surgery may be worth considering. Read on to find out more about the procedure.

What is the golden ratio for Korean lips?

The key to sweet yet sexy Korean lips is finding the correct proportions for your lips. Here’s a guide to the golden lip ratio:

1. Ideal thickness for lips is 1:1.615. Meaning the size of your top lip is 1/3 the size of your bottom lip.
2. Ideal degree for the slant of your cupid bow is approximately 10°.
3. Ideal degree for the slant of your inner lip curve is 5°.

What is lip reduction surgery?

Lip reduction surgery is a surgical procedure that reduces the size of your lower or upper lips by removing excess skin and tissues via an incision inside your mouth.

This procedure is suitable for those who:

• Are born with naturally large lips
• Asymmetrical lips
• Want to reduce the size of their lips
• Looking to get a revision surgery due to unsatisfied lip augmentation surgery done previously

Not to blow our own horns, but Hyundai Aesthetics is one of the most popular clinic in Korea which does lip surgeries well.

Lip reduction surgery procedure

Firstly, incisions are made horizontal along the length of your lip, usually on the inside of the mouth. Then excess skin and tissues are removed to reduce the volume of your lips before suturing the incision closed.

Lip reduction surgery can be done for either one or both of your lips. However, do be careful not to overdo it or you will risk losing that pout on your lips.

How long does the surgery take?

Lip reduction surgery in Korea usually lasts 1 hr and is performed under sedation anesthesia so you will not feel any pain.

When can I see results?

Results from lip reduction surgery are almost immediate and permanent, apart from minor swelling and bruising which might last up to 2 weeks. Recovery is fast but you are advised not to use a straw for at least 1 month in order to heal properly. And don’t open your mouth too big until it fully heals.

Do take note that the success of your lip reduction surgery not only lies in the hands of your surgeon but also how you well you recover after surgery. So learn how to properly care for your lips during the recovery period by reading our article on lip surgery aftercare and post-op instructions.

Actual recovery time vary among individuals, and is subjected to one’s health condition & healing response.

How long should I stay in Korea?

Lip reduction surgery in Korea is not considered a major surgery so hospitalization is not required. But do stay until your stitches are removed. And go shopping in the meantime!

Stitch removal

Stitches are usually removed 7 days after surgery.

Cautions on stitch removal

If you remove the stitches earlier then advised, your wound might reopen, causing an infection. And if you remove it too late, you risk further scarring and pigmentation.

Sometimes due to time constraints, you might consider having your stitches removed at the local hospitals in your home country.

Although that is possible (but not recommended), it depends on how well you have been healing and is also subjected to doctor’s approval.

Alternatives to lip reduction surgery

Unfortunately, if you want to reduce your natural lip volume, lip reduction surgery is your only option.

What other lip surgery complements lip reduction surgery?

1. Smile lift surgery

If you have downturned lips which make you look angry and depressed all the time, get a smile lift surgery to bring back the smile on your face.

2. Cupid’s bow surgery

If you are looking to enhance the shape of your lips and add curves to your pout, cupid’s bow surgery can give your lips that perfect pout that you desire.

3. Philtrum reduction

A long philtrum makes your face looks long and vice versa but philtrum reduction surgery can help enhance your facial proportions.

4. Lip valley surgery

Having a slight groove in the middle of your lower lips makes your lips look puckered and is actually sexy! Bet you didn’t know that. Find out more about lip valley surgery for that sexy touch.

Conclusion

Sometimes, having too much of a good thing, especially when it comes to lips, is not that good afterall. So if your too-big or thick lips are making you self-conscious and hurting your self-esteem, lip reduction surgery might be worth a consideration.

Take note that lip reduction surgery is irreversible so make sure that you really want the surgery before going for it. And above all, make sure to consult a professional doctor who is highly skilled and well-versed in lip surgeries for the best results, of course.