Lip Flip vs Lip Filler in Encinitas: Cost, Results & When to Dissolve

A lip flip at Call of Beauty costs $95. Lip filler in Encinitas starts at $749 per syringe. Those two numbers represent very different treatments, different timelines, and different results. Then there's a third option most practices don't talk about: dissolving old filler at $349 per vial, the treatment that's quietly become one of the fastest-growing procedures in aesthetic medicine.

Three options. One practice. Here's what each one costs, what it does, and how to know which one you need.

The Lip Flip: Encinitas' Most Popular $95 Treatment

The lip flip is the simplest lip enhancement you can get. Your injector places 4-6 units of Botox into the orbicularis oris muscle (the muscle that circles your upper lip). This relaxes the muscle just enough for your upper lip to roll slightly outward, showing more of the pink lip surface when you smile.

No filler. No added volume. Just more of the lip you already have.

The treatment takes 5-10 minutes. Results show up in 3-5 days. You're looking at 2-3 months before it wears off, at which point you can repeat it or decide to try filler instead. At $95 flat, it's the most affordable cosmetic treatment at Call of Beauty.

So why is everyone talking about it? Social media made the lip flip famous. Patients who were nervous about filler discovered they could enhance their smile for under $100 with zero risk of looking "overdone." It's become the gateway treatment for people who want to dip a toe into lip enhancement without the commitment of injectable filler.

The lip flip is ideal if you have a gummy smile, if your upper lip disappears when you smile, or if you want to see how you feel about fuller-looking lips before investing in filler.

Precision Lip Enhancement in Encinitas

Every lip flip and filler treatment at Call of Beauty starts with a face-to-face assessment. Your injector maps your lip anatomy, discusses your goals, and recommends the approach that fits your features and budget — whether that's a $95 flip, a full syringe of filler, or a combination of both.

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Lip Filler Pricing at Call of Beauty

Lip filler is the real deal for patients who want added volume, sharper definition, or improved symmetry. At Call of Beauty, we use two families of hyaluronic acid fillers for lip augmentation:

Juvederm products (Volbella, Ultra, Ultra Plus): $749-$899 per syringe. Volbella is our go-to for subtle lip hydration and fine lines around the mouth. Ultra and Ultra Plus provide more structure and volume for patients wanting a noticeable change.

Restylane Kysse: $749 per syringe. Designed specifically for lips with XpresHAn Technology, Kysse moves naturally with your expressions. It's become a patient favorite for natural-feeling results.

Most patients need one syringe. Some achieve their ideal result with just half a syringe (yes, we offer that). Patients wanting a more dramatic enhancement may use 1-2 syringes, typically placed across separate appointments to build gradually.

Every lip filler appointment includes a consultation, topical numbing, the treatment itself, and a complimentary 2-week follow-up to check your results. No hidden fees.

For a full breakdown of all Juvederm filler options and Restylane product details, visit our treatment pages.

Natural Results, Never Overdone

The goal at Call of Beauty is lips that look like yours — just better. Our RN injectors use micro-droplet technique to build volume gradually, ensuring smooth, symmetrical results that move naturally with your expressions. Half-syringe options are available for patients who want subtle refinement without a dramatic change.

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The Combo: Lip Flip + Filler Together

Here's something most Encinitas patients don't know: you can get a lip flip and lip filler in the same appointment. And the combination produces results that neither treatment achieves alone.

The lip flip relaxes the upper lip muscle so more lip surface shows. The filler adds hydration, shape, and volume to that newly visible canvas. Together, they create a fuller, more defined look while still reading as natural.

Cost: $95 for the flip + $749 or more for the filler. Your injector places the Botox first, then the filler immediately after. One appointment, one numbing session, one recovery period.

The best candidates for the combo are patients with a thin upper lip who also have a gummy smile, or anyone wanting maximum natural enhancement from a single visit. The flip handles the upper lip border while the filler sculpts the body of both lips.

When Dissolving Old Filler Makes Sense

Sometimes the best lip treatment isn't adding anything. It's taking something away.

Filler dissolving uses an enzyme called hyaluronidase (brand name Hylenex) to break down hyaluronic acid filler. At Call of Beauty, dissolving costs $349 per vial, and most lip corrections need 1-2 vials.

You might need dissolving if your filler has migrated beyond the lip border (that "shelf" above the upper lip), if previous filler created asymmetry, if you were overfilled at another practice, or if you simply want a fresh start. The overfilled lip look that dominated Instagram from 2020 to 2022 has sent a wave of patients into clinics asking for a reset. Natural is back, and dissolving is how you get there.

Here's the analogy our team uses to explain why dissolving sometimes comes first:

Watch & Learn

Why Overfilling Causes Lip Filler Migration

Our team explains the science behind lip filler migration using a simple everyday analogy — and why dissolving old filler first is sometimes the key to truly natural results.

Why Overfilling Causes Lip Filler Migration

Key Takeaways

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  Lip Compartments Are Small

  Your lips have delicate, stretchable compartments that can only hold so much filler before product starts migrating beyond the lip border.

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  Overfilling Causes Migration

  When too much filler is placed in a single session, it pushes beyond natural lip boundaries — creating that unnatural 'shelf' above the lip line.

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  Dissolving First = Better Results

  If you have existing migrated filler, dissolving it before retreatment creates a clean foundation for natural, long-lasting enhancement.

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Call of Beauty Team · Expert Insight

“When we recommend dissolving before adding new filler, it's never about upselling — it's about giving you the most natural outcome possible. A clean canvas produces the best results every time.”

TranscriptBook a Lip Consultation

So my friends, why did I show you an overfilled purse? It's the perfect analogy to our lips. Our lips have very small and stretchable compartments. If they're overfilled, it's going to cause migration. And later on, this migration needs to be dissolved. So if you come to see me and I look at your lips and I recommend you do a dissolve first — it's only because I want the best and the most natural outcomes for you.

Needing a dissolve isn't a failure. It's step one of a better result. Your lips change over time, filler shifts, and what looked right two years ago may not match what you want today. Dissolving gives your injector a clean canvas to work with.

How Encinitas Lip Prices Compare

Lip enhancement pricing in Southern California varies wildly depending on where you go.

In Los Angeles, lip filler runs $800-$1,200 per syringe at most reputable clinics. Beverly Hills practices charge even more. San Diego proper falls in the $650-$1,000 range, with wide variation between medspa chains and boutique practices.

North County San Diego (Encinitas, Carlsbad, Del Mar, Solana Beach) sits in a pricing sweet spot. You get experienced injectors who trained at the same programs as their LA counterparts, without the overhead markup of a Rodeo Drive address. Call of Beauty's lip filler pricing at $749-$899 per syringe reflects that balance: premium products and experienced RN injectors without inflated pricing.

The lip flip tells a similar story. Many San Diego practices charge $125-$200 for the same treatment Call of Beauty offers at $95. Filler dissolving at $349 per vial is competitive with the $300-$500 range you'll find across San Diego County.

Payment Options

Lip enhancement doesn't have to be a one-time hit to your wallet. Call of Beauty partners with Cherry to offer monthly payment plans on all cosmetic treatments. That $749 syringe of filler? You can break it into manageable monthly payments with quick approval and no hard credit check.

Visit our payment plans page for details, or ask about financing during your consultation. We also run periodic lip filler specials throughout the year.