Are You a Candidate for Lip Reduction (Cheiloplasty)?
Every cosmetic and reconstructive procedure starts with an honest conversation about whether it's right for you. Here's what to consider before booking a consultation with Dr. Gideon Maresky.
What Lip Reduction (Cheiloplasty) Involves
Lip reduction surgery to reduce and reshape overly large lips
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Candidate Information
The ideal candidate would be in generally good health and have realistic expectations with the outcome. Perfect candidates are non-smokers wanting to change their lip shape who are in relatively good health.
The ideal candidate would be in generally good health and have realistic expectations with the outcome. Perfect candidates are non-smokers wanting to change their lip shape who are in relatively good health.
When Lip Reduction (Cheiloplasty) May Not Be Right for You
Dr. Maresky takes a conservative approach and will honestly advise if a procedure is not the best path forward. You may not be a candidate if you:
- ✗ Have unrealistic expectations about what surgery can achieve
- ✗ Are pregnant, breastfeeding, or planning pregnancy soon
- ✗ Have active infections or unmanaged chronic conditions
- ✗ Are a current heavy smoker unwilling to quit before surgery
- ✗ Are primarily seeking surgery to meet someone else's expectations
The Best Way to Know
Even if you check every box above, the only way to know for certain whether Lip Reduction (Cheiloplasty) is right for you is through an in-person examination and honest conversation with Dr. Gideon Maresky. He will assess your anatomy, discuss your goals, and recommend the most appropriate approach — even if that means advising against surgery.
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