Lip fillers / tooth show?

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Hi doctors, my question: can lip fillers be used to increase tooth show? Like a non surgical lip lift? I already have a little bit of 'tooth show' and I want a very subtle increase in volume and to increase tooth show slightly. My worst scenario: after lip fillers lips completely cover teeth. Can this be avoided? Thank you. I can't have a surgical lip lift as then I would look ridiculous - bugsy - so I have been told anyway.

Greg Chernoff, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question.Fillers can be used to accentuate the teeth with a smile. See a surgeon who can perform computer imaging for you. That way you can see realistically what can be done based upon your anatomy.Best wishes.

Reza Akef, MD · Answer

Hi and thanks for your question. Injection of filler in lips is usually for either definition of the lip or giving more volume in both situations it will decrease the teeth show . I would suggest to see an expert aesthetic physician for consult

S. Randolph Waldman, MD · Answer

Fillers can actually have the opposite effect on "dental show"  .  I have pointed this out repeatedly in talks I have given in front of my colleagues over the years.  Fillers if placed just along the border of the lip give shape to the lip and help define the lips .  However fillers placed into the red portion of the lip in order to add volume often extend the vertical height of the lip and this in turn helps cover the teeth when talking or smiling.  That is why fillers used for lip rejuvenation must be administered by a physician skilled in facial aesthetics!

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