What Can Be Done to Fix Lip Incompetence? (photo)

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what options do I have to correct lip incompetence? I am very self conscious about my mouth hanging open all the time and my large teeth. Thanks

Samir Shureih, MD · Answer

There is no surgery on the lips to correct mouth incompetence. You need to be evaluated by a craniofacial surgeon to evaluate the boney structure. Mainly the maxilla. the mandible and evaluate the bite. Then a recommendation can be done.

Sheldon S. Kabaker, MD FACS (retired) · Answer

In some cases the upper lip complex can be brought down by removing a strip of the gum without bony work. This and the addition of a chin implant could improve your appearance.

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