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Would lip repositioning help me achieve a more balanced look? (photos)

chynahxOct 8, 2023
I have quite big lips naturally but my top lips doesn’t touch my bottom lip naturally. I have the either pull my upper lip down or lift my bottom lip. My top lip also disappears when I smile but I don’t have a gummy smile. Suggestions?

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