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The Distance Between Nose and Upper Lip is 2 Cm. Can 9mm of Lip Lift Be Done to Reach 1.1? (photo)
asked 8 months ago by shadowprince in kuwait
Latest answer by Nathan Mayl, MD
Question viewed 259 times
Tags: candidate, spacing
very long distance between base of nose and upper lip.
3 answers to The Distance Between Nose and Upper Lip is 2 Cm. Can 9mm of Lip Lift Be Done to Reach 1.1? (photo)
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Lip lifts for men
It looks like you are a great candidate for a lip lift if you're looking to reduce the space between the bottom of your nose and the top of your lips. I prefer the bullhorn scar, right underneath the nose where it's well hidden, as opposed to the gull wing scar, right above the lips. The procedure may be done in the office under local anesthesia with minimal discomfort. An incision is placed directly beneath the nose and a small strip of skin and tissue is removed.
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Lip Lift Limitations
A 9 mm move with a lip lift is too much, it's really not possible. Plus, a 1.1 cm upper lip would likely be too little. There are other issues to consider as well - how much of your upper teeth show in repose and during animation? Don't forget there will be a scar under your nose - it will likely heal discretely, but nevertheless will be there forever.
Douglas J. Mackenzie, MD
Santa Barbara Plastic Surgeon
Santa Barbara Plastic Surgeon
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You may find that the "cure is worse than the problem"
You have facial proportions which will make a lip lift a poor option:
Narrow nose at the base
Broad face
A broad lip centrally and narrow laterally
Unfortunately in order to achieve adequate lip lift, the incision would have to be extended beyond your narrow nasal base creating a visible scar.
Interestingly, the proportions of you face might be improved by having botox injected into your masseter muscle and this will make your lips appear better proportioned...
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