Can thumb sucking cause your Cupid bow and philtrum to become less prominent?

Based on the photos, the asymmetry at the right corner of the mouth appears to be more related to soft-tissue movement and the way the corner of the mouth sits during smiling rather than something that would typically be corrected with a traditional lip lift. A lip lift primarily changes the...

Having five revision rhinoplasties does not automatically mean that a lip lift is unsafe, but it does make the situation more complex. Multiple nasal surgeries can alter or reduce the normal blood supply and create significant scar tissue around the nose and upper lip. A lip lift involves...

Yes, a direct lip lift may be possible, but the key is how much the upper lip is lifted and how your smile behaves. A direct lip lift removes a small amount of skin above the upper lip, which shortens the distance between the nose and the upper lip. This can make the upper lip look fuller and...

Yes, based on the photo, I can understand why you feel that the corners of your mouth may be contributing to a more tired or aged appearance. The corners appear to have a slight downward orientation, which can create a subtle “sad” or stern expression even when you're completely relaxed. A cor...

Yes, both concerns can potentially be improved, although the approach depends on the underlying anatomy and how much of the change is related to scar tissue versus the original surgery. For a droopy or asymmetric nostril, revision techniques can sometimes improve the position and symmetry of...

A direct lip lift can increase upper-tooth show, particularly at rest, because shortening the cutaneous upper lip elevates the vermilion and changes the lip’s resting position. It may also make gum display more apparent during smiling if you already have a high smile line. Therefore, if you c...