Plastic Surgery, through science.
Evidence-based information about plastic, reconstructive and aesthetic surgery, written for patients.
I use this space to answer questions that frequently come up during consultations, explain the anatomy and reasoning behind different procedures, and look critically at some of the treatments and trends in aesthetic medicine.
The aim is simple: to help patients understand what a treatment can realistically achieve, what the evidence actually supports, and where its limitations are.
Lip Lift: A Measurement-Driven Approach to Upper Lip Shortening
A lip lift is a structural procedure that shortens the upper lip and improves tooth show and lip proportions.
Indications are based on objective measurements, not preference, making it a precise alternative to volume-based treatments like fillers.