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

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Affectionate62940Feb 5, 2024

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?

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