Asymmetry after lip lift. Can this be fixed? (Photo)

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I had a lip lift a couple of years ago and soon after it healed I noticed that my lips were not even after the procedure. One side is bigger and my mouth also pulls to one side when I talk. I addressed this to my plastic surgeon but he denied that it had anything to do with the surgery, insisting that my lips were always uneven. I know my face and I know this isn’t true. Can this be fixed? Before and after photos included

Anna Chacon, MD, FAAD · Answer

There are several potential solutions, depending on the cause of the asymmetry:
Revision Surgery: This could involve another surgical procedure to correct the asymmetry. The specific technique would depend on what is causing the unevenness.Dermal Fillers: If the asymmetry is minor, it might be corrected with non-surgical treatments such as dermal fillers. These can be used to add volume to the smaller side of the lip, creating a more balanced appearance.Botox: In some cases, Botox injections can be used to relax overactive muscles on one side of the lip, helping to balance out the appearance.
As all medical procedures carry risks, it's important to understand these risks and discuss them with your healthcare provider before making a decision.

Jacob Tower, MD · Answer

Hello, hope you are well. There are many causes for lip asymmetry--prior surgery can be one of them. Some people are asymmetric from birth or animate one side of the face more than the other (as you said); or, if you have had filler or lip augmentation it may have been applied or dispersed unevenly. Revision lip lift can help insofar as correcting asymmetry of the length of the upper lip, but measurements need to be taken. If it is a volume issue, fat grafting or filler could be considered; if it is because of existing filler, it should be dissolved. Your best course of action at this point is to have an in-person consultation with a surgeon who can correctly diagnose the issue and propose sensible corrective measures.
Best,Dr. Tower

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