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Which would you recommend; Gullwing or Bullhorn lip lift? Or BOTH?

July 9, 2014
Asked By:vivs in Los Angeles, CA

Gullwing seems to give a very visible scar but, I like the lift it gives. I also like the bullhorn but the outer part of the upper lip isn't addressed. Was wondering if I could get a combination of a bullhorn lift (addressing the center portion of the lip) and get the vermilion advancement on the outer edges(addressing the outer portion of the lips)? Is there ever a way that the gullwing won't scar and ruin the nice white curve part?

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Answer: Completely customized lip lift.

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Answer: Completely customized lip lift.

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Answer: Achieve the shape desired by skin resection

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Answer: Achieve the shape desired by skin resection

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