A traditional facelift does tend to widen the lips. As you pull the muscle covering layer ("SMAS") laterally, the lips tend to get pulled laterally. Just look at Donatella Versace's, or Sally Fields pictures, or any other facelift that has been "pulled" too far and you will see. Web... more
Is there a way to widen lips?
I have a very small mouth opening and narrow lips. I want to make them wider in terms of width from left to right. I do not want to plump them up more. I feel that this will balance out my face more as they are nearly the same width as my nose and it looks funny. Is this possible? Thanks!
4 answers to “Is there a way to widen lips?”
A: Making the mouth or lips wider
There are procedures ot actually open the width of the mouth as mentioned by Dr. Wallach and there are techniques to move to corners of the lips outward to make the mouth appear wider by moving the lips outwards. This is the modification of the procedure known as a corner lift. However this can... more
A: I don't think you can increase the length of your lips.
I understand your concern. When your mouth is closed, the length of your lips measured from right-to-left is too short. Unfortunately, I am not aware of any procedure that would improve this problem. That being said, you should consult a board-certified facial plastic surgeon for an in-depth consultation... more
A: Making the mouth wider
There are actual techniques described to reconstruct a patient's mouth if she has a true microstomia. BUT..... this is for a patient who can not open her mouth wide enough to ingest food, etc.. It doesn't leave noticeable scarring. I would not recommend it for a person who thinks that a... more
Lip augmentation: 77 reviews
53% said it was worth it
Lip augmentation before & after photos
IMPORTANT: As noted in our Terms of Service, the information found on RealSelf.com, including that provided by professionals in the Questions & Answers area, is a general educational aid. The Questions and Answers contain opinions and views created by community members. RealSelf.com is not responsible for the accuracy of any information posted by community members. Do not rely on this information as a substitute for personal medical or healthcare advice, or for diagnosis or treatment purposes.