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Lip Flip · Scottsdale, AZLip flip in Scottsdale
Lip flip in Scottsdale
$100 flat fee
A lip flip in Scottsdale places four to six units along the upper lip border, gently relaxing the muscle that curls your lip inward so more of your natural lip shows. No filler, no added volume, just a subtle and refreshed result.
$100 Flat fee, 4–6 units
A lip flip typically lasts two to three months, a little shorter than other neuromodulator treatments, so we'll plan the timing with you.
- Treatment type
- Neuromodulator, 4–6 units
- Appointment
- 10 minutes
- Results appear
- Day 3–5
- Typically lasts
- 2–3 months
Your natural lip, revealed
$100 flat fee
Four to six units
A small, precise dose
Guidance for thinner lips
Very thin lips
Clear about duration
Two to three months
What a lip flip isMore of your lip,
More of your lip,
with no added volume
A lip flip is four to six units of neuromodulator placed into the orbicularis oris, the ring of muscle around your mouth, right at the upper lip border. That muscle draws the lip inward and downward as it contracts. When the very top of it relaxes, the lip rolls gently outward and reveals more of the pink lip that was already there.
Nothing is added. There is no gel, no volume and no change to the size of your lip. What changes is how much of it you can see, particularly at rest and when you smile. For many people, that is exactly what they were hoping for, even when they first come in asking about filler.
A note on duration. A lip flip lasts around two to three months, a little shorter than the three to four months a forehead treatment holds. The muscle is small, it moves constantly, and it metabolizes product quickly, so we'll help you plan your appointments around the dates that matter to you.
What it is
- ✓A few units of neuromodulator, not a filler
- ✓A way to show more of the lip you already have
- ✓Accessible: a $100 flat fee for 4–6 units
- ✓Easy to combine with a small amount of filler
What it isn't
- ✕A volume treatment — nothing is added to your lip
- ✕Long-lasting; expect two to three months rather than a year
- ✕Effective on very thin lips, where there is little to reveal
- ✕Permanent; it wears off naturally within two to three months
What it costsA $100 flat fee,
Book a consultationA $100 flat fee,
for 4–6 units
Your lip flip is a $100 flat fee covering four to six units, and that is the whole treatment. There's no separate procedure fee, and your consultation is complimentary. It's a subtle, accessible starting point, and for many patients it's exactly the right choice.
One $100 flat fee covers four to six units. Most patients need four to six; more than that can affect speech.
Who it suitsWhen a lip flip
Book a ConsultationWhen a lip flip
is the right choice
A flip reveals lip you already have, so it suits some goals beautifully and others less so. Your consultation makes the right choice clear before you commit to anything.
Your lip vanishes when you smile
Ideal
The classic indication: a lip that looks full enough at rest but rolls inward and disappears the moment you smile. A flip holds the border out so the lip stays visible through the smile.
Most natural result
Poor upper-lip show at rest
Ideal
An upper lip that looks thin but isn't: the pink is rolled under rather than absent. Revealing it refreshes the mouth without adding anything.
Reveals what is there
Gummy smile
Good
When a broad smile shows more gum than you'd like, relaxing the muscles that lift the upper lip lowers it gently. Depending on the cause, we treat at the lip border or slightly higher.
Lowers gum show
Slight corner downturn
Good, often with more
Corners that turn down at rest can be softened with a few units, though the muscles at the corners usually need treating too, alongside the border.
Combined treatment
Testing before filler
Good
If you're curious about lips, a flip is an accessible, short-lived way to see whether more visible lip is what you're after. It wears off naturally if it isn't.
A gentle first step
Alongside a small amount of filler
Excellent
The combination often outperforms either alone: filler for shape and hydration, a flip for show. Many of our favorite lip results use both.
Shape and show together
Very thin lips
Filler may suit better
When there is very little pink lip, there is little for a flip to reveal. A small amount of filler usually gives a more satisfying result.
We'll guide you
Vertical lip lines
Different treatment
Fine lines above the lip respond best to a soft filler, perioral neuromodulator and often resurfacing. A flip alone does not address them.
Needs a combination
How a lip flip worksWhat four units
What four units
can do
The mechanism is the same as any neuromodulator. What makes a lip flip distinct is its very small dose and the precision of its placement.
1
We assess your lip border
We look at how much pink lip shows at rest and how much disappears when you smile. That difference is what the treatment addresses, so it guides whether a flip is right for you.
2
A very small dose is placed
Four to six units placed superficially at the vermilion border, usually across two to four points. Careful depth keeps the effect to the top of the muscle and your speech natural.
3
The top of the muscle relaxes
Only the uppermost fibers of the orbicularis oris are affected. The rest of the muscle keeps working, so you can speak, eat and purse your lips normally.
4
The lip rolls outward
With the inward pull softened, the lip turns out slightly and more of the pink becomes visible. The change is subtle and appears from day three to five.
5
It fades gradually
A small muscle in constant use metabolizes product quickly. Two to three months is typical, shorter than other neuromodulator areas, so most patients plan regular visits.
Your appointmentTen minutes,
Ten minutes,
and back to your day
✓
Assessment
We look at your lip at rest and smiling, and together decide whether a flip, a small amount of filler, or both will best suit your goals.
✓
Your plan
A $100 flat fee covering four to six units, and that is the whole cost.
✓
Cleanse
The area is cleansed. Most patients are comfortable without numbing: it's two to four tiny injections and takes seconds.
✓
Injection
A few units placed superficially along the border. Any small bumps settle within the hour.
✓
Aftercare
Standard neuromodulator aftercare, plus a gentle heads-up about straws and whistling for the first couple of weeks.
Real patient resultsLip flip
Lip flip
before and after
Individual results vary. All photographs are of KORA patients, unretouched, in identical lighting and framing, shared with written consent. Lip flip results are subtle by nature; a more dramatic change in size comes from filler.
How long a lip flip takes, and how long it lasts
Lip flip timeline, day by day
A lip flip begins working at day 3 to 5 and reaches full effect at day 14. It lasts around 2 to 3 months, a little shorter than other neuromodulator treatments, because the muscle is small and in constant use.
Day 0 · TreatmentDay 1–2 · Nothing yetDay 3–5 · OnsetDay 14 · Full effect
TreatmentRecovery progressesLater stage
Planning for an event? Book your lip flip two to three weeks ahead. Because it lasts two to three months, timing it close to the date works best.
Straws, whistling and 'P' soundsA temporary
A temporary
adjustment period
For the first two to three weeks after a lip flip, a small number of patients find that drinking through a straw, whistling, or pronouncing 'p' and 'b' sounds feels slightly different. The muscle that seals your lips has been partially relaxed, and it takes a little while to adjust. This is temporary, it resolves as the effect settles, and it is far less likely with a conservative four to six units. If you play a wind or brass instrument, or speak professionally, please mention it at your consultation. We may dose very conservatively or suggest an alternative that suits you better.
- ✓Less likely with a conservative 4–6 units
- ✓Resolves within 2–3 weeks
- ✓Tell us if you play a wind instrument or speak professionally
DurationTwo to three months,
Two to three months,
which is normal
A lip flip wears off sooner than other neuromodulator treatments. A forehead holds three to four months; a lip flip is closer to two to three. The orbicularis oris is small and works constantly with every word, sip and expression, so it clears product quickly. Knowing this ahead of time means week ten brings no surprises. Many patients find a regular lip flip, at a $100 flat fee, fits easily into their routine.
- ✓2–3 months is normal and expected
- ✓Most patients rebook around week ten
- ✓One accessible flat fee each visit
Flip plus fillerFlip and filler,
Flip and filler,
working together
These treatments complement each other, and many of our favorite lip results use both. Filler provides shape, definition and hydration, the structure of the mouth. A flip provides show: how much of that structure is visible. Starting with a flip can be a lovely way to learn what you prefer. At a $100 flat fee it wears off within a few months, and it shows you whether more visible lip was what you wanted. Some patients find they don't need filler at all; others discover they'd like a little added shape too.
- ✓Filler for shape, flip for show
- ✓A flip is a subtle, short-lived first step
- ✓Combining them is common and works well
Comparing your optionsChoosing between
Choosing between
a flip and filler
A lip flip is a $100 flat fee for four to six units. Lip filler at KORA starts at $650 per syringe. Both can give beautiful, natural-looking results, and the right choice depends on what you'd like to change. If your lip seems to disappear when you smile, you're looking for more visibility, and a flip reveals more of your natural lip. If you'd like your lips to be fuller at rest, you're looking for volume, and filler provides it. Many patients enjoy both. Your consultation will help you decide between a flip, filler or a combination.
Lip flip
$100 flat fee
Lip filler
From $650 a syringe
We recommend
Whichever suits you
Lip flip vs lip filler
Lip flip or lip filler?
The difference is easy to see once it's explained. A flip changes how much lip you can see. Filler changes how much lip there is. If your upper lip seems to vanish when you smile, a $100 flip can reveal more of it. If you'd like your lips fuller at rest, that's volume, and filler is the treatment that adds it.
| Compare | This treatmentLip flip | AlternativeLip filler | Often bestFlip plus filler | Different problemPerioral Botox |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Best for | Lip that disappears when you smile | Thinner lips, softer definition | Shape and show together | Vertical lines above the upper lip |
| What it does | 4–6 units relax the border so the lip rolls outward | Adds hyaluronic acid for volume and structure | Filler for structure, flip for visibility | Relaxes the muscle that purses the lip |
| Onset | Day 3–5 | Immediate, final at 2 weeks | Immediate then day 3–5 | Day 3–5 |
| Typically lasts | 2–3 months | 6–12 months | Filler outlasts the flip | 3–4 months |
Lip flip costHow much does a lip flip cost
How much does a lip flip cost
in Scottsdale?
A lip flip at KORA is a $100 flat fee covering four to six units, with no separate procedure fee. Your complimentary consultation comes first, so we can confirm a flip suits your goals and tailor the dose to your lip.
| Treatment | Units | Per unit | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lip Flip | Flat fee | Flat fee | $100 Flat Fee |
| Dimpled Chin | 6 units | $13.50 / unit | $81 |
| Bunny Lines | 6 units | $13.50 / unit | $81 |
| Consultation | — | — | Complimentary |
Meet your injectors
Three nurse practitioners,, one shared approach
KORA Aesthetics was founded by Katie Manhardt, MSN, FNP-C, a board-certified family nurse practitioner and a national clinical trainer who teaches injection technique and facial anatomy to medical professionals across the country. She is joined by Audrey Bakken, NP, a board-certified nurse practitioner with more than 23 years in medicine and over 10 years in aesthetics, and Dana Nichols, NP, whose nine years in the ICU shaped her calm, detail-oriented care.
Every lip flip is performed by one of our board-certified nurse practitioners. Each begins with a careful assessment of your lip at rest and smiling, and a plan built around your anatomy and goals, for a subtle, natural-looking result.
Board-Certified Nurse PractitionersEvery Lip Flip Performed by an NPFounder Is a National Clinical TrainerOver a Decade of Aesthetic Experience on the Team
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A thoughtful recommendation
We suggest a flip when it's the best fit for your goals, and filler or a combination when that will serve you better.
✦
One simple flat fee
$100 covers four to six units, with no separate procedure fee and a complimentary consultation.
Loved by patients
What Scottsdale says about lip flips at KORA
They made me feel so comfortable, and everything turned out even better than I hoped."
Katie Wallace
Google
My consultation and treatments were exceptional. Katie took the time to understand what I wanted while providing professional and respectful opinions on different products and procedures
Filiz Seimer
Google
Lip flip preparation & aftercare
How to prep & what to expect after
Minimal preparation needed
- Let us know if you play a wind or brass instrument, sing, or speak professionally. We may dose very conservatively or suggest an alternative.
- Treat two to three weeks before any event. Onset is day three to five with full effect at fourteen days.
- If medically appropriate and cleared by your physician, avoid blood thinners, NSAIDs, fish oil and alcohol for 24 hours to reduce bruising.
- Tell us about every medication and any neuromuscular condition.
- Mention any history of cold sores, as injections around the mouth can occasionally trigger an outbreak.
- Arrive with clean lips and no lipstick if possible.
- Let us know if you are pregnant, trying to conceive or breastfeeding. For your safety, we'll wait to treat until a later time.
The first 24 hours, then the first two weeks
- Stay upright for about four hours and avoid lying face down.
- Avoid rubbing or massaging the area for 24 hours.
- Skip strenuous exercise, sauna and hot tubs for 24 hours.
- Avoid alcohol for 24 hours to reduce bruising.
- Straws, whistling and 'p' sounds may feel slightly different for two to three weeks. This is expected and it settles.
- Drinking from a cup rather than a straw is easier in the first two weeks.
- Give your result until day 14 to settle, though you'll likely notice a change by day four.
- Please call us for significant difficulty speaking or eating, any drooping, or difficulty swallowing.
Good to know
Lip flip questions, clearly answered
Basics
What is a lip flip?+
A lip flip is four to six units of neuromodulator placed at the upper lip border. It relaxes the top of the muscle that curls the lip inward, so the lip rolls gently outward and more of it becomes visible. No volume is added.
How long does a lip flip last?+
Two to three months, a little shorter than other neuromodulator treatments. The muscle is small and in constant use, so it clears product quickly. Most patients who love their result rebook at around ten weeks.
How long does a lip flip take to work?+
You'll notice the first change at day three to five, with full effect at day fourteen. The result is subtle; a more dramatic change in size comes from filler.
Cost
How much is a lip flip?+
At KORA a lip flip is a $100 flat fee for four to six units, with no separate procedure fee. Your consultation is complimentary.
How much does a lip flip cost compared to lip filler?+
A lip flip is a $100 flat fee. Lip filler at KORA starts at $650 per syringe. If you'd like more of your lip to show, a flip is a subtle, accessible choice; if you'd like more fullness, filler is the better fit.
Results
Lip flip or lip filler — which do I need?+
If your upper lip seems to disappear when you smile, a flip can reveal more of it. If you'd like your lips fuller at rest, that's volume, and filler is the right treatment. Many patients benefit from both, and your consultation will help you decide.
Will a lip flip make my lips bigger?+
No. Nothing is added. It reveals more of the pink lip you already have by reducing how much it rolls inward. If you'd like your lips to be larger, filler is the treatment for that.
Does a lip flip work on thin lips?+
A flip reveals lip you already have, so it works best when there is pink lip to reveal. With very thin lips, a small amount of filler usually gives a more satisfying result, and we'll guide you at your consultation.
Can I have a lip flip and lip filler together?+
Yes, and the combination often outperforms either alone: filler for shape and hydration, a flip for show. Many of our favorite lip results use both.
Does a lip flip help a gummy smile?+
Often, yes. Relaxing the muscles that lift the upper lip lowers how much gum shows on a broad smile. Depending on the cause, injections may sit at the border or slightly higher.
Side effects
Will a lip flip affect my speech?+
For two to three weeks a small number of patients find straws, whistling and 'p' and 'b' sounds feel slightly different. It's temporary and far less likely with a conservative four to six units. Let us know if you play a wind instrument or speak professionally.
Can I drink through a straw after a lip flip?+
Usually yes, though it may feel odd for the first couple of weeks. Drinking from a cup is easier during that period, and normal function returns as the effect settles.
Safety
Who should not have a lip flip?+
We'll wait to treat anyone pregnant, trying to conceive or breastfeeding, and anyone with an infection or active cold sore in the area. A neuromuscular condition usually means a lip flip isn't suitable. If your profession depends on precise lip control, we'll dose very conservatively.
Location
Do you treat patients from Paradise Valley?+
Yes, many of our patients live in Paradise Valley. Our clinic is on 69th Street just south of Shea, inside Scottsdale, a few hundred yards from the Paradise Valley boundary and usually a five to ten minute drive from most of PV.
Where in Scottsdale are you located?+
10505 N 69th Street, Suite 1300, Scottsdale, AZ 85253, at 69th Street just south of Shea Boulevard, with free private parking. We are appointment only.
Lip flips across Scottsdale, Paradise Valley and the Valley
Our clinic sits at 69th Street just south of Shea — inside Scottsdale, and a few hundred yards from the Paradise Valley town line. Patients travel to us from across the East Valley.
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Thirty minutes. Tailored to you.
A careful look at your lip at rest and smiling, and clear guidance on whether a $100 flip, lip filler or both will best suit your goals.
✓
Not sure whether you want a flip or filler?
A flip is a subtle, accessible way to find out. It's a $100 flat fee, wears off within a few months, and shows you whether more visible lip is what you're hoping for. Your consultation will help you decide.
✓
Worried about your speech?
At four to six units it's uncommon, and any awkwardness with straws or whistling settles within two to three weeks. Let us know if you play a wind instrument or speak professionally, and we'll dose accordingly.
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Put off by how short it lasts?
Two to three months is a little shorter than other neuromodulator areas. Many patients add it to their regular Botox appointment, which keeps it convenient and easy to maintain.
✓
Have very thin lips?
A flip works best when there's lip to reveal. For very thin lips, a small amount of filler often suits you better, and we'll guide you at your consultation.