Achieve a beautiful and sophisticated face with a philtrum that matches your facial features! Respect Philtrum Surgery Respect improves the length, angle, and shape of the philtrum to match your facial proportions. PROLOGUE The philtrum plays a significant role in the aesthetic image as the central part of the face. Traditional philtrum surgeries focusing only on reduction can result in unnatural outcomes such as a triangular-shaped mouth or a more recessed philtral angle after reduction. Respect Plastic Surgery performs complex philtrum correction surgery that considers not only the length but also the angle and shape of the philtrum. Surgery time: Within 30 minutes Hospitalization: Not required Clinic visits: 2 times Anesthesia method: Local anesthesia Suture removal: 7 days before/after Recovery period: 7 days Results and surgical methods may vary depending on the patient's condition. ※ Results may differ based on individual circumstances. Click to overlap views! Overlap Philtrum Nose (Revision), Philtrum Reduction Philtrum Nose (Revision), Philtrum Reduction, Philtrum Bone Formation Surgery Postoperative complications such as bleeding, infection, and inflammation are common and can vary among individuals, so caution is necessary. View more before and after photos Why Respect Philtrum Surgery is Special! The surgical method varies depending on the state of the philtrum and facial proportions, and precise surgery is necessary because the impression changes with the philtrum changes. Natural philtrum ratio and shape Creates a natural look for the lower lip that matches the ratio and shape of the philtrum suited to your face. Improvement effects for protruding or duck lips Improves the appearance of protruding or duck lips caused by the philtrum. Bright and natural youthful impression Corrects facial proportions to improve to a bright and natural youthful impression. Create a sophisticated impression with a balanced philtrum! Respect’s philtrum surgery tailors the size and shape to match your facial image, transforming into a more balanced and sophisticated image. Ideal philtrum ratio The ideal length of the philtrum is a 1:2 ratio from under the nose to the lips, and from the lips to the chin tip. A short philtrum has a 1:3 ratio, while a long philtrum is close to a 1:1 ratio. Short philtrum 1:3 ratio Normal philtrum 1:2 ratio Long philtrum 1:1 ratio Great for those who want a natural philtrum length and shape! 01 | If you want overall correction of the shape of the philtrum 02 | If the lips are protruding (duck lips) 03 | If the lips appear lifted due to excessive philtrum reduction 04 | If the philtrum makes the tip of the nose appear low 05 | If a long philtrum makes you look older It's important to find the optimal philtrum length and shape that match your facial proportions and symptoms! Choosing the best surgical method based on various philtrum types and symptoms is necessary to achieve satisfactory results. Complex Philtrum Correction Surgery If the philtrum is reduced by more than 6mm during reduction, the upper lip may lift, creating a "duck lip" appearance. Respect's Complex Philtrum Correction Surgery corrects this phenomenon to create a natural appearance. Before surgery | Long philtrum A philtrum longer than 6mm that does not match facial proportions "After Philtrum Reduction Surgery Reducing the philtrum by more than 6mm can cause the philtral angle to collapse, making the upper lip appear lifted." After Philtral Angle Correction The upper lip lift is naturally corrected by adjusting the philtral angle. In the case of typical philtrum reduction surgery Although the length of the philtrum is reduced, the upper lip may appear lifted. In the case of Respect's Complex Philtrum Correction Surgery The length of the philtrum and the upper lip are corrected together, improving to a natural shape. Philtrum Extension Surgery A philtrum surgery that enhances facial dimensionality, also known as duck lip correction (protruding lip correction). Columellar Incision The shortest incision is made using a columellar incision window. Philtrum Correction The buried philtrum is improved through philtral angle correction surgery. Philtrum Extension The length of the philtrum is extended by correcting the angle of the philtrum. Philtrum Reduction Surgery Non-incisional Philtrum Reduction Performed when the amount of philtrum reduction needed is small. A surgery that reduces the length of the philtrum without incisions, following measurement of the horizontal and vertical proportions of the face. Creating three micro-openings A thread is inserted through three micro-openings to lift the philtrum upwards. Philtrum Reduction The philtrum is reduced without incisions, leaving no scars. Incisional Philtrum Reduction Performed when a significant reduction of the philtrum is needed. A surgery that reduces the length of the philtrum through minimal incisions, according to the measured horizontal and vertical proportions of the face. Upper Part of the Philtrum Incision The upper part of the philtrum is lifted after a minimal incision. Philtrum Reduction The philtrum is reduced with minimal scarring through a minimal incision. Philtrum Nose Surgery A surgery that corrects both the lifting of the upper lip and the drooping of the nose tip that can occur when the philtrum is reduced by more than 4mm. POINT! Respect's philtrum-nose surgery allows for a transformation that changes the nose and philtrum together, creating a three-dimensional and proportionate side profile that suits your face. Learn more about philtrum-nose surgery Philtrum Shaping Surgery Respect Plastic Surgery will find the ideal philtrum shape that suits your face. Philtrum Pillar Formation Surgery If the philtrum lacks curvature and appears flat, forming a philtrum pillar can improve this. Philtrum Ridge Regeneration Surgery Improves the curvature of the upper part of the philtrum to enhance the aesthetic aspect of the face. Philtrum Surgery 5-Stage Post-Care System Respect minimizes scarring and aids in quick recovery through systematic post-care after philtrum surgery. On the day of surgery: Multi-layer cross suturing Moist aseptic dressing One week: Suture removal LED swelling care for scar stabilization Peeling care for sebum removal One month: Scar tissue injection management Scar laser Scar ointment management Two months: CO2 fractional laser Pore laser Scar ointment management Three months: Pigment laser Scar ointment management Transform into a bright and balanced image that fits the ideal proportions! Improvement of duck lips/protruding lips Effect of reducing facial length Youth-enhancing effect Bright and natural impression Before and after photos Philtrum Nose (Revision), Philtrum Reduction Frontal view Postoperative complications such as bleeding, infection, and inflammation are common and can vary among individuals, so caution is necessary.