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If you have been curious about a lip flip but are not ready to commit to filler, you are not alone. It is one of the most common questions we get at InjectCo: how much does a lip flip actually cost, and is it worth it?
The short answer is that a lip flip in Texas starts at $199 at InjectCo, and most patients use 4 to 6 units of Botox. But cost is only one part of the picture. In this guide, we break down what actually goes into the price, how a lip flip compares to lip filler, what to expect before and after, and whether this treatment is right for your goals.
At InjectCo, we have performed thousands of lip treatments across our 9 Texas locations. All of our injections are done by licensed nurse injectors. What you read here comes from clinical experience, not a general wellness blog.
A lip flip is a non-surgical treatment that uses a small amount of neuromodulator, most commonly Botox, injected near the upper lip muscle. The injection relaxes the orbicularis oris muscle and causes the lip to gently roll upward and outward, making more of the pink lip visible, particularly when you smile. It does not add volume. It changes the position of the lip.
The treatment takes 10 to 20 minutes and requires no downtime. Most patients notice results beginning to develop within 3 to 5 days. Full effect is visible after about 2 weeks, and the result typically lasts 2 to 4 months. Because the upper lip moves constantly when you talk and eat, Botox metabolizes faster here than in most other facial areas.
Botox is the most common neuromodulator used for a lip flip, but at InjectCo we also offer Dysport and Daxxify as alternatives depending on your treatment goals. Dysport is known for a slightly faster onset, while Daxxify may extend results longer. Your nurse injector will recommend the right option during your consultation.
Lip flips are also popular among patients who want to soften a gummy smile, where too much gum shows when smiling. A peer-reviewed study published in the Aesthetic Surgery Journal found neuromodulator injection above the upper lip to be an effective and well-tolerated option for gummy smile correction.
Both treatments enhance the appearance of the lips, but they work differently and serve different goals. A lip flip changes how the lip sits. Lip filler changes how full the lip is. Getting the right one depends on what bothers you about your lips right now.
The most common mistake patients make is choosing filler when they actually want a flip, or vice versa. Here’s how they actually compare:
| Feature | Lip Flip vs Lip Filler |
| Cost | Lip flip: starts at $199 at InjectCo. Lip filler: starts at $399 per half syringe and $699 per full syringe. |
| How long results last | Lip flip: 2 to 4 months. Lip filler: 6 to 12 months. |
| Adds volume? | Lip flip: No. Lip filler: Yes. |
| Treatment substance | Lip flip: Botox or other neuromodulator. Lip filler: hyaluronic acid dermal filler. |
| Treatment time | Lip flip: 10 to 20 minutes. Lip filler: 30 to 45 minutes. |
| Downtime | Lip flip: minimal, most patients resume normal activities immediately. Lip filler: some swelling and bruising possible. |
| Best for | Lip flip: subtle lift, gummy smile correction, first-time cosmetic patients. Lip filler: fuller lips, more visible change, longer-lasting results. |
If you’re not sure which one is right for you, the most common starting point is a lip flip. It is the lower-commitment option, and it gives you a clear sense of how your lip responds to treatment before you invest in filler. If you decide you want more volume after trying a lip flip, you can add filler at a future appointment.
You can also explore our full range of lip fillers at InjectCo to understand what the filler experience looks like.
A lip flip in Texas typically costs between $80 and $500, depending on the provider, the number of units used, and the location. At InjectCo, lip flips start at $199 per session. This price includes a thorough assessment of your lip anatomy and the injection itself.
Most of the cost variation comes down to how many units of Botox are used. A standard lip flip uses 4 to 6 units. At InjectCo, our Botox rate is $12 per unit. Here’s how that breaks down:
| Units Used | Estimated Cost at InjectCo |
| 4 units | $48 at $12/unit (minimum session fee applies; starting price $199 includes consultation) |
| 5 units | $60 at $12/unit |
| 6 units | $72 at $12/unit |
| Note | Final cost is determined at consultation after assessing your specific anatomy and treatment goals. |
Because a lip flip uses so few units compared to other Botox treatments, it is one of the most accessible entry points into cosmetic injectables. A typical forehead Botox treatment uses 10 to 30 units. A lip flip uses a fraction of that.
Pricing in larger metro areas like Dallas and Fort Worth is consistent with the statewide range. Suburban locations like Plano and Colleyville tend to run at similar or slightly lower rates compared to downtown clinics. At InjectCo, pricing is consistent across all 9 Texas locations.
If you want an exact quote for your specific anatomy and goals, the fastest way is a free 15-minute virtual consultation with one of our nurse injectors.
The price you see online for a lip flip is almost always a starting range, not a fixed number. Several factors determine your final cost. Here are the five most common:
Experienced injectors typically charge more, and there is a reason for that. A lip flip requires precise placement. Too many units or units placed too far from the target muscle can affect your ability to drink through a straw, whistle, or pronounce certain consonants. Choosing a skilled nurse injector is not just a quality issue. It is a safety issue.
Clinics in major metro areas and affluent suburbs often charge more than clinics in smaller towns. In Texas, DFW metro pricing is generally at the higher end of the range, while suburban and smaller city locations tend to come in lower. InjectCo prices are consistent across all 9 locations.
The standard range is 4 to 6 units, but your anatomy matters. If you have a stronger orbicularis oris muscle, your injector may recommend a slightly higher dose for a noticeable effect. Your final unit count is determined at consultation.
A med spa that invests in ongoing injector training, medical-grade products, and proper facility standards will reflect that in pricing. At InjectCo, all treatments are performed by licensed RN nurse injectors with formal aesthetic certification. We do not use unlicensed technicians.
Botox is the standard and the most widely priced option. Dysport and Daxxify are alternatives available at InjectCo. Dysport is typically priced per unit as well but uses a different unit conversion. Daxxify is priced per treatment and may cost more upfront, though it often lasts longer. Your nurse injector will recommend the right product for your goals and budget.
A lip flip produces subtle, gradual results. If you are expecting a dramatic change on day one, this is not that treatment. But if you want a natural-looking lift that enhances your smile without changing your face, the before and after results tend to speak for themselves.
Day 1 to 2: The injection site may feel slightly tender. Some patients notice a very subtle early effect. Most patients see no visible change yet.
Day 3 to 5: The neuromodulator begins working. The upper lip starts to relax and roll slightly upward. The change is subtle but noticeable up close, especially when smiling.
Day 7 to 14: Full effect develops. The upper lip shows more of the pink lip surface, particularly when smiling. Gummy smile patients typically notice the most visible change during this window.
Week 6 to 8: The effect reaches peak duration. Some patients at this stage choose to combine their lip flip with a small amount of lip filler to add subtle volume while maintaining the lifted appearance.
Think of a lip flip as turning the volume up slightly on your natural lip shape. Your lip does not look different. It looks like the best version of itself. Most patients report that friends and colleagues notice they look refreshed but cannot identify exactly why.
One patient we saw recently, a woman in her late 20s from Fort Worth, came in specifically because her upper lip would disappear completely when she smiled. She had looked at filler but felt it was too much. After her lip flip, she said the result was exactly what she had pictured. What I told her was the same thing I tell most patients: a lip flip is not about changing your features. It is about letting them show.
For before and after images from InjectCo patients, see our results gallery.
A lip flip typically lasts 2 to 4 months. Most patients schedule their next appointment around the 2 to 3 month mark to maintain a consistent result. This is shorter than most other Botox treatment areas, and there is a clinical reason for it.
The upper lip is one of the most active areas of the face. You move it every time you speak, eat, drink, and smile. That constant muscle activity metabolizes Botox faster than in more static treatment areas like the forehead. In clinical experience at InjectCo, patients with more active facial expressions tend to fall on the shorter end of the duration range.
Metabolism: patients with faster metabolisms typically see results fade sooner. Muscle activity: more frequent lip movement shortens duration. Units used: a slightly higher dose within the safe treatment range can extend results by a few weeks. Neuromodulator used: Daxxify, which is available at InjectCo, is formulated to last longer than standard Botox, with clinical data showing results in the 6-month range for some patients when used in appropriate treatment areas.
Most patients build a lip flip into their regular Botox schedule. A common approach is to book a lip flip at every other Botox appointment, or to schedule a dedicated touch-up session every 2 to 3 months. InjectCo offers a membership program that can reduce per-session cost for patients who return regularly.
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A lip flip has earned its reputation as one of the most popular entry-level cosmetic treatments for good reason. Here is what patients consistently tell us after their first appointment:
A lip flip helps your upper lip relax and roll slightly upward. More of your natural lip shows, especially when you smile. The result looks like your own lips on a good day. Nothing about your face looks done.
Because a lip flip uses only 4 to 6 units of Botox, it costs significantly less than a filler treatment. At InjectCo, a lip flip starts at $199. A typical lip filler treatment starts at $400. For patients who want to try lip enhancement without a large financial commitment, a lip flip is often the right starting point.
There is no recovery period. Most patients go straight back to work or their regular schedule after their appointment. Minor tenderness at the injection site is possible for a day or two, but visible swelling is uncommon.
Results last 2 to 4 months and fade gradually. This gives you time to decide whether you want to continue with lip flips, adjust the approach, or explore lip filler for longer-lasting volume.
Because the effect is temporary and uses a small dose of neuromodulator, a lip flip carries a lower risk profile than filler. If you are not happy with the result, the effect fades on its own within weeks. There is no dissolving agent needed, no removal procedure. You simply wait, and your lip returns to its natural position. This makes a lip flip a genuinely low-stakes way to try lip enhancement for the first time.
A lip flip requires very little aftercare compared to most cosmetic procedures, but there are a few things that help you protect your results in the first 24 to 48 hours.
Most patients leave their InjectCo appointment and continue with their normal day. The restrictions above are precautionary, not recovery requirements.
If you are searching for a lip flip near you in Texas, InjectCo operates across 9 locations in the DFW area and beyond. All lip flip treatments are performed by licensed nurse injectors under physician supervision.
Our med spa in Fort Worth on West Freeway is one of our most active for lip flip treatments. Injector Kiara has a TCU nursing background and Cook Children’s Hospital experience, and she performs lip flips and lip filler treatments at both our Fort Worth and Plano clinics. Her approach focuses on natural proportion rather than volume, which is exactly what most lip flip patients are looking for.
If you are closer to the Plano area, our nurse-led med spa in Plano is located near Willow Bend and serves patients from Frisco, Allen, McKinney, Richardson, and surrounding areas. Both locations offer free virtual consultations before your first in-person appointment.
Other InjectCo locations include Dallas, Colleyville, Woodlands, Argyle, Waxahachie, Cleburne, and Austin. Pricing is consistent across all locations.
A lip flip is a good option if you want a subtle lift to your upper lip, you want to reduce the appearance of a gummy smile, you are curious about cosmetic injectables but are not ready to commit to filler, or your upper lip disappears or looks thin when you smile.
It works particularly well for patients with a naturally thin upper lip or a short distance between the nose and the lip border. If your goal is significant volume, fuller lips, or a change that lasts longer than a few months, lip filler is likely the better fit.
A lip flip may not be appropriate if you have had an allergic reaction to botulinum toxin products in the past, you have an active infection near the planned injection site, you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or you have certain neuromuscular conditions. At InjectCo, your nurse injector reviews your full medical history before any treatment.
Patients who rely heavily on fine lip movement for their profession, such as professional musicians who play wind instruments, singers, or public speakers, should discuss the potential temporary effects on lip motor control with their nurse injector before booking. The effect is fully reversible, but it is worth planning around if precise lip control is important to your work.
Not sure if a lip flip is right for you? Our nurse injectors offer a free 15-minute virtual consultation. You get a real clinical assessment with no obligation to book.
A lip flip is a small treatment with a clear, specific result. If you have been reading about it for a while and keep circling back to the question of whether it would work for your lip shape, the most useful next step is a conversation with someone who has actually done it thousands of times.
At InjectCo, we offer a free 15-minute virtual consultation. You speak directly with a nurse injector. You describe what you want, share photos if you have them, and you get a straight clinical answer on whether a lip flip, filler, or something else is the right call. No pressure to book. No sales pitch.
If you decide to move forward, lip flips start at $199 and can often be booked within a day or two at your nearest InjectCo location. We have 9 Texas locations, and most patients are within a short drive of one. Book your free lip flip consultation at InjectCo and find out if a lip flip is the right treatment for you.
A lip flip is one of the most cost-effective, low-risk ways to enhance the appearance of your upper lip without surgery or filler. At InjectCo, it starts at $199 and takes less than 20 minutes from start to finish. If you’re ready to find out whether it is right for your goals, schedule your free virtual lip flip consultation with one of our Texas nurse injectors today.
A lip flip in Texas ranges from $80 to $500 depending on the provider and the number of units used. At InjectCo, lip flips start at $199 per session. Most treatments use 4 to 6 units of Botox at $12 per unit. Your final cost is determined at consultation based on your specific anatomy and goals. InjectCo offers free virtual consultations before you book.
No, a lip flip uses a neuromodulator like Botox to relax the upper lip muscle and create a subtle upward roll. Lip filler uses hyaluronic acid to add volume and shape to the lips. A lip flip does not add volume. It changes the position of the lip. If you want fuller lips, filler is the better option. If you want a natural lift or to reduce a gummy smile, a lip flip is likely the right treatment.
Most lip flips use 4 to 6 units of Botox. This is a small dose compared to most other facial Botox treatments. The exact amount depends on your lip anatomy and muscle strength, which your nurse injector assesses at consultation. Using too many units can affect fine lip movements, which is why precise assessment matters.
For the first 24 to 48 hours, avoid strenuous exercise, lying face-down, saunas, and activities that require pursed lips like drinking through a straw. Keep the injection area clean and stay upright for at least 4 hours post-treatment. Most patients resume normal activities immediately. Full restrictions are minimal compared to most cosmetic procedures.
Most patients start noticing a change within 3 to 5 days. Full effect develops over approximately 2 weeks. Results last 2 to 4 months before a touch-up is needed. The timeline varies slightly depending on your metabolism, the units used, and how active your lip muscles are.
A lip flip is a non-surgical cosmetic treatment using Botox injected above the upper lip to relax the orbicularis oris muscle. This causes the lip to roll slightly upward, making it appear fuller without adding volume. The national cost range is $80 to $500. At InjectCo in Texas, a lip flip starts at $199.
A lip flip typically lasts 2 to 4 months. Lip filler typically lasts 6 to 12 months. The lip flip fades faster because the orbicularis oris muscle is one of the most active in the face, used constantly for speaking, eating, and smiling. This activity metabolizes the Botox more quickly than in less mobile areas.
Yes, a lip flip is widely considered one of the most approachable entry points into cosmetic injectables. The dose is small, downtime is minimal, side effects are rare, and the result is temporary. Many first-time patients start with a lip flip specifically because of the low commitment level before deciding whether to try filler or other treatments.
Yes. When the upper lip muscle is relaxed by the Botox injection, the lip sits lower when smiling, covering more of the gumline. A lip flip is a common non-surgical treatment for patients with mild to moderate gummy smiles. A 2024 study in the Aesthetic Surgery Journal supported its effectiveness for this application. For more severe gummy smiles, a consultation with your nurse injector will determine whether a lip flip alone is sufficient.
InjectCo MedSpa offers lip flip treatments at 9 Texas locations including Fort Worth, Plano, Dallas, Colleyville, Woodlands, Argyle, Waxahachie, Cleburne, and Austin. All treatments are performed by licensed nurse injectors. The starting price is $199. Free virtual consultations are available before your first appointment.
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| Written by | Jen Adams, RN, Nurse Injector at InjectCo MedSpaJen is a licensed nurse injector at InjectCo MedSpa with extensive hands-on experience in facial injectables, lip fillers, and aesthetic consultations across multiple InjectCo Texas locations. She specializes in natural-looking results and patient education. |
| Reviewed by | Kiara DeWitt, BSN, RN, CPN | Founder, InjectCo MedSpaKiara is the founder of InjectCo and a former lead clinical educator at Cook Children’s Pediatric Hospital. She earned her nursing degree from TCU and has performed thousands of aesthetic treatments across InjectCo’s 9 Texas locations. |
