I have very asymmmetrical lips, both upper and lower. I also don't have a defined lip line and no cupids bow whatsoever, and my upper teeth are very visible when my mouth is opened. I'm not wanting to have lip filllers, so I'm wondering if I'd be a suitable candidate for a botox lip flip, or any other procedures which doesn't involve injecting lip fillers?
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Answer: Botox For Gummy Smiles & Lip Flip For Greater Upper Lip Definition
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