Is it possible for me to get a lip lift? If not, how can I fix the space? (Photos)

I wrote the paper showing that lip lifts and rhinoplasty can be done at the same time and have done these together for years. However, if you want this doctor to do the revision, then just wait 6 months and that should be fine as long as the doctor is experienced with lip lifts as well.

It appears your philtrum is long enough for a lip lift. A lip lift does 4 things: shortens the distance between your nose and upper lip, increases the mucosa of the upper lip, increases the incisor show and pulls up the corners. Best Wishes, Gary Horndeski, M.D.

Hello, hope you are well. Based on the photos you provided, you would be a good candidate for a subnasal ("bullhorn") lip lift. With good surgical technique the scar is generally easily camouflaged, and inconspicuous when it heals. It is also an easier area to assist with scar modulation if...

Hello, Thank you for your question. To shorten the white lip, a small amount of tissue must be removed. As that tissue is removed, the red portion of the lip (the vermilion) is naturally pulled upward, increasing the visible height of the red lip. With the classic bullhorn lip lift performed...

This is the product of a generally older lip lift, which, unfortunately I see it all too frequently in my practice. The upper lip is gathered upwards towards the narrower nose, and the excess tissue bulk accumulates in the center. In contrast, the new 3-D lift elevates the lip via the 3 distinct...

If the length of your lip is within the normal range, then a V-Y or double V-Y may be indicated in your case. When the lip lift is done properly, the incision should be difficult to find. There is no internal procedure that can cause greater tooth exposure if the lip is truly long.