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You can try a small amount of filler such as Restylane or Juvederm on the smaller side. Do not undergo any surgery for the lip, it can create more problems.RegardsDr. J
Thank you for sharing your question and photograph. Unfortunately with the limited image it is difficult to offer definite advice, but it appears that the difference in sides is the result of your natural muscle “pull.” You could make an improvement by adding dermal filler to the smaller upper lip side so that the amount of red seen is more even, camouflaging the amount of white tooth show. Hope this helps.
Dear Bxox8284, Thanks for sharing your photo. You have a beautiful smile but I see your concern. This asymmetry maybe due to underlying:volume concerns, short gum or lip length, or dynamic muscle differences. Consider: Fillers Injectable muscle relaxer: Botox, Dysport, Jeuveau Surgery is more complicated. Please consult with a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon with facial aesthetics talent to determine what is best for you. All the best!
Your best option to correct uneven lip movement and shape is a combination of fillers and Botox. Watch the many video clips to show you exactly how this is performed. All the best from Boston, Dr. Onir
Thanks for writing,Unfortunately your photo has an odd angle and there is only one view. The inequality is not uncommon, our body is not symmetrical. The cause can be muscle pull, red dry lip volume or even the bony fullness of your maxilla on that side. Physical examination face to face will tell the tale. Slight corrections can be made with filler if necessary, but you need to have someone do this who is great at injecting, typically not someone in a spa. Good luck Stephen M. Davis, MD, FACSCertified: American Board of Plastic SurgeryMember: American Society for Aesthetics Plastic SurgeryMember: American Society of Plastic SurgeonsMember: RealSelf Hall of fameVERIFIED:Plastic Surgeon
How does your lip appear when you're not smiling? Perhaps augmenting the vermillion border on one side would decrease the asymmetry with animation. You need an examination and evaluation.
Hi there, thanks for reaching out. Generally I consider the thin upper lip and 'gummy' smile to be most reliably treated with non-surgical options using a combination of botox and filler. In my experience, generally 1 syringe of filler is enough to give you fuller lips. Your provider...
Yes, botox is an effective and cost efficient treatment for a gummy smile. It only requires a few units of botox on each side to provide a degree of relaxation to the upper lip. However, as you know, the treatment will need to be repeated every 3-4 months. A more permanent solution may require...
Thank you for your question and for sharing your photographs. Though nothing replaces an in-person examination, your photographs unfortunately do not accurately show a gummy smile or frenulum issue. I would recommend seeing a board certified plastic surgeon who can see how your lips and smile ...
If Botox helped with your gummy smile then a definitive lip lowering procedure could be a very effective and long lasting solution. The procedure is performed through a small incision inside the mouth and the muscles that raise the central upper lip are disrupted. Very limited time and recovery...
Hello and thank you for your question. The best advice you can receive is from an in-person consultation. In some patients, changes in the nasal tip can favorably alter the nasal lip junction. Botox can also be performed for improvement in the upper lip smile. Make sure you specif...
Botox is a temporary option that will have to be continually redone. Consider a consultation with a dentist or periodontist trained in lip-repositioning. Ask to see photos of similar cases they have done. It is not a hard procedure to do.
