Can thumb sucking cause your Cupid bow and philtrum to become less prominent?

I recommend a lip lift. A lip lift does 4 things: shortens the distance between your nose and upper lip, increases the mucosa of the upper lip, increases the incisor show and pulls up the corners. Best Wishes, Gary Horndeski, M.D.

The lip lift incision should not compromise circulation to your nose. A lip lift does 4 things: shortens the distance between your nose and upper lip, increases the mucosa of the upper lip, increases the incisor show and pulls up the corners. Best Wishes, Gary Horndeski, M.D.

Thank you for the photos. Yes, your ratios are such that an upper lip lift will add more balance to the face. In fact, you appear to be an ideal candidate for it and should do very well. The procedure is performed under local anesthesia.