I was born with a cleft lip and palate and I'm wanting to get lip injections in my top lip. Will getting injections make my scar more noticeable? Also, will lip injections make my top lip look more even?
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July 11, 2017
Answer: Will lip injections make my cleft lip scar more noticeable?
Thanks for the question and pictures. I have had very good success treating lip asymmetry using combinations of Botox, Fillers, and micro needling. Other options would be surgical and/or fat grafting. Be sure to consult with a facial specialist.
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Filler would be your best, easiest and cheapest option to make your lips more proportional. There are also lip implants that can be placed by a surgeon in a small procedure. I would speak to an experienced physician to discuss you options. Good luck with your transformation.
It's quite normal to have asymmetry in your face and lips. It may be possible to resolve your problem with Botox to relax the muscle that's pulling too hard on one side of your mouth and even up your lips with hyaluronic acid fillers such as Volbella. Consulting with a board-certified...