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18 y/o, female - would lip repositioning be right for me? (Photos)

noelleeMar 13, 2022
(18yr old female) I am looking for a permanent option to fix my gummy smile ; I am aware of less invasive procedures with injections, but I am trying to stay away from that as I highly dislike needles and it doesn't last very long. I want to know if gummy smile surgery would be 'worth it' in my case. :) On a side note, I'm looking at a lip lift possibly in addition - would this be recommended?

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Tour upper jaw is very small and underdeveloped. You should investigate Epigenetic Orthopedics to grow a full wide healthy smile as well as a better airway.

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