Whenever I smile or laugh, the medial portion of the upper lip seems to hang down very low often covering the front two teeth. Is there anything that can be done to create more symmetry in the lip. I hate how it always looks like I don’t have front two teeth. My nose also often has an excessive flaring (v-shape) when smiling if that helps. My resting face is looks natural and normal. It’s only me smile that causes a problem.
Answer: Upper lip and nose dynamics In disagreement with at least one responder, upper lip lift may not be the solution for your situation. You specifically state that your issues are with expression (smiling), and upper lip lift primarily offers a static change. Instead, I would opt for internal central lip upward mucosal advancement and suture stabilization of nostril rims (with or without alar base resection) to minimize flaring with your smile. These are office procedures, local anesthesia, magnification for precision.
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Answer: Upper lip and nose dynamics In disagreement with at least one responder, upper lip lift may not be the solution for your situation. You specifically state that your issues are with expression (smiling), and upper lip lift primarily offers a static change. Instead, I would opt for internal central lip upward mucosal advancement and suture stabilization of nostril rims (with or without alar base resection) to minimize flaring with your smile. These are office procedures, local anesthesia, magnification for precision.
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March 16, 2019
Answer: What can be done about the central portion of my upper lip covering my teeth when i smile? I would like to analyze your situation in a bit more detail. Your upper lips are thin except in the central portion where they seem to be of normal thickness. Your incisors are situated a bit higher than where they should be. It would also be helpful to see a picture of you relaxed with your mouth slightly open to see how much teeth you show in the resting position. Your options are central vermilion reduction that would make your entire lip thin. If you cover your teeth in the resting position, it would be better to do a lip lift with lateral lip augmentation. Or if all you want is an even amount of upper teeth show when you are smiling, a lateral lip augmentation would be all you need. Hope this answers your question adequately. Please let me know.
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March 16, 2019
Answer: What can be done about the central portion of my upper lip covering my teeth when i smile? I would like to analyze your situation in a bit more detail. Your upper lips are thin except in the central portion where they seem to be of normal thickness. Your incisors are situated a bit higher than where they should be. It would also be helpful to see a picture of you relaxed with your mouth slightly open to see how much teeth you show in the resting position. Your options are central vermilion reduction that would make your entire lip thin. If you cover your teeth in the resting position, it would be better to do a lip lift with lateral lip augmentation. Or if all you want is an even amount of upper teeth show when you are smiling, a lateral lip augmentation would be all you need. Hope this answers your question adequately. Please let me know.
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March 12, 2019
Answer: Double Upper Lip You would benefit from an upper red lip reduction with a focus on the central area where you have extra red lip. An upper lip lift would likely not solve your concerns.
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March 12, 2019
Answer: Double Upper Lip You would benefit from an upper red lip reduction with a focus on the central area where you have extra red lip. An upper lip lift would likely not solve your concerns.
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March 11, 2025
Answer: Upper Lip LIft Hello.
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March 11, 2025
Answer: Upper Lip LIft Hello.
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Answer: Lip reduction I think a lip reduction with or without a lip lift may give you the best results. This problem is not simple and requires excellent technique and judgement. Consider a consultation to discuss the details and options.
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Answer: Lip reduction I think a lip reduction with or without a lip lift may give you the best results. This problem is not simple and requires excellent technique and judgement. Consider a consultation to discuss the details and options.
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