I have smaller upper lip so I can't close my mouth like a normal person. Is there any permanent solution for that?

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Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Durga,Its hard to say without photos or examining you but may people get lip injections with dermal filler to help augment their upper lip.  A more permanent solution would be fat injection or implant. I would lean more towards fat injection.I hope this was helpful,Dr. Daniel BarrettBeverly Hills, CA

David A. F. Ellis, MD · Answer

There are several causes of short upper lip: dental, long upper jaw, overprojected nose, and a short upper lip. The treatment is based on the cause and to what extent you want it treated. Go to a surgeon and get an opinion and then you can decide what treatment plan you want

Francis R. Palmer, III, MD (retired) · Answer

It is hard to give you real advice without seeing you or seeing photos of you.  Yes, there are permanent solutions for fuller lips.  I use Alloderm most often.  It is a beautiful implant that lasts approximately 7 years.  The procedure can be performed under local anesthesia.  There are also temporary fillers such as Restylane or Juvederm Ultra.

Somyos Kunachak, MD - Account Suspended · Answer

Pictures while you are at rest, forced mouth closing and full smiling will be of great help for assessment. If your gum and upper teeth are normal and a trial of Botulinum toxin work for you then i would perform Muscle Modification for your permanent solution. Filler or fat transfer can be an adjunct treatment if the former method is not completely effective.

I have smaller upper lip so I can't close my mouth like a normal person. Is there any permanent solution for that?

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I have smaller upper lip so I can't close my mouth like a normal person. Is there any permanent solution for that?

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