- Enhanced youthful appearance
- Natural lip flip effect
- More defined side profile
- Softer smile with ideal tooth exposure
- Long midface
- Thin upper lip due to elongated philtrum
- Drooping mouth corners
- Longer philtrum after orthodontics
- Limited improvement with lip filler
Non-Incisional Philtrum Reduction Procedure - HUGO
.png)
.png)
Even a few millimeters of increased philtrum length (between the nose and upper lip) can make the midface appear longer and create an aged impression.
The non-incisional philtrum reduction is a premium minimally invasive procedure that corrects philtrum length using medical-grade threads without skin incision.
Procedure Details
| Procedure Principle | Thread insertion through micro needle entry below the nose → lifting and fixation of the philtrum upward |
|---|---|
| Correction Range | Approximately 3–4 mm (precisely adjusted to individual facial proportions) |
| Target Ratio | Achieving the golden facial proportion of upper : mid : lower face = 1 : 1 : 0.8 |
| Procedure Time | Approximately 30–60 minutes |
| Recovery Period | Mild upper lip swelling immediately after procedure, return to daily life within 3–7 days |
| Scarring | Almost invisible from the front (micro pathway inside columella) |
.png)
Non-Incisional vs Incisional Comparison
| Category | Non-Incisional | Incisional |
|---|---|---|
| Scar | None | Possible incision scar under nose |
| Recovery | 3–7 days | 2–4 weeks |
| Swelling / Bleeding | Minimal | Relatively more |
| Duration | Long-lasting | Semi-permanent |
| Medical Tourism Suitability | Very High | Long stay required |
Expected Effects
Recommended For
Hugo Plastic Surgery Differentiation
This is not simply placing threads. Results vary depending on anatomical understanding and clinical experience.
Board-certified plastic surgeon with deep anatomical understanding of facial structures
Precise aesthetic balance calibrated within 1 mm for natural, harmonious results
Hugo’s own specialized instruments and technique developed through extensive clinical experience
.png)
“Philtrum reduction surgery is not simply about shortening the length. It is a process of designing the volume of the lips, the angle of the smile, and the overall three-dimensional balance of the face. As a board-certified plastic surgeon, I stake my professional pride on delivering the safest and most beautiful transformation.”
— Director Yang Seong-hyuk, Hugo Plastic Surgery