It sounds like you have a significant knowledge base and understanding of your situation. The more formal way to correct your problem would be to correct the underlying bony framework problem and have braces and jaw surgery. Then evaluate the lip after.
Lip lift possible despite an overbite?
I would like to get a lip lift because I have a long philtrum that makes my face look older and less proportional. Although my upper lip covers most of my teeth at rest, when I lift it slightly it becomes overly protruded, the tops of my teeth show, and I look like a horse. I then realized that I have a mild overbite and protruding maxilla. Having said that, my question is this: if I correct my occlusion with orthodontics and orthognathic surgery, would it be possible for me to get a good result from a lip lift? Thanks!
3 answers to “Lip lift possible despite an overbite?”
A: Lip Lift after orthodontia
It appears that you have performed a thoughtful analysis of your condition. I would agree that the first priority is to have your orhtodontia corrected. Once that is completed you may actually notice a decrease in the size of your philtrum. IF not, then that would be a good time to consider a lip lift.
A: Lip Lift
This is a great question. It brings up a very important issue that should be addressed in everyone prior to lip lift procedures. The "vertical excess" of the maxilla, or the length of the upper jawbone, may be a predominant factor in patients with a long upper lip. Lifting this lip... more
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