Am I a good candidate for a lip lift? January 25, 2023 In Houston, Heights Plastic Surgery qualifies lip lift candidates with the following concerns: Moderate to severe vertical lip lines (also called “smoker’s lines”) Sagging skin that makes their upper lip appear smaller Ideal candidates for a lip lift in Houston are healthy, non-smokers who have no conflicting contraindications (existing conditions that would render this procedure unsafe or unviable). Keep in mind that after a lip lift, you will need to account for about 1 to 2 weeks of social downtime, as there will be visible sutures on the face until their removal at your follow-up appointment.