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Will a lip lift give me teeth more coverage when I talk and smile? (Photos)

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Diligent734934Apr 22, 2022

I’m wondering if a lip lift is the right solution in order to give my teeth more coverage when I’m talking and smiling?

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Gary M. Horndeski, MD

I recommend a lip lift. A lip lift does 4 things: shortens the distance between your nose and upper lip, increases the mucosa of the upper lip, increases the incisor show and pulls up the corners. Best Wishes, Gary Horndeski, M.D.

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Gary M. Horndeski, MD

A lip lift does 4 things: shortens the distance between your nose and upper lip, increases the mucosa of the upper lip, increases the incisor show and pulls up the corners. You would benefit from a lip lift. However, it should not change the upturn nature of your nose. Best Wishes, Gary...

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The lip lift technique I recommend is a full incision at the nose-face junction. The incision is hidden inside the nostrils of the nose. This will do 4 things: shorten the distance between your nose and upper lip, increase the mucosa of the upper lip, increase the incisor show and pull up the...

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Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS

Lip lift results demand precision. We use a HIDEF technique that utilizes lasers, RF, scar modulation, Plato's Scar Serum, fractional treatment, and surgical reexcision to reduce scarring and restore contour to the upper lip. Best, Dr. Karamanoukian Realself 100 Surgeon

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Vipul Gargya, MD

Hi, You would make a great candidate for a lip lift, it will be a big home run with your anatomy! It will make your upper lip appear fuller and harmonize your face as the distance from your nose to upper lip is a little elongated

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Anna Chacon, MD, FAAD

After rhinoplasty, if you feel that the space between your nose and upper lip (philtrum) appears larger and it's a concern for you, a lip lift could be a viable option to consider. Here are some points to think about: Lip Lift Procedure: A lip lift, specifically a "bullhorn" lip lift, is a...

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