Not exposing enough teeth when I smile - what would be a good procedure to fix it? (Photo)

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Hey, I had braces few years ago and I have problem with my smile. My upper lip covers my teeth when I smile and I want to find a solution for it. What will be a good procedure to fix it?

Gary M. Horndeski, MD · Answer

It is possible that you may benefit from 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.

Jeffrey H. Spiegel, MD · Answer

In general, the only way to lift the upper lip is with a lip lift procedure. This is designed to improve tooth show. It is done under your nose in a groove between the nose and lip, heals well, and takes only 30 minutes in the office in Boston.  Bonus for you - ElAl has two nonstop flights each week to Boston.

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