I would like to know of any procedure that will help my upper lip overhang? (Photos)

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My top upper mid lip overhangs my top teeth when I smile or open wide. It affects my smile. It hangs over my top teeth by hanging over them, when I smile. I would like to know is their anything to correct this? I had braces about 5 years ago, and it didnt make a difference in my upper Lip. Also, I will be wearing braces again soon.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

This typically needs laser or small lip surgery to improve but sometimes fillers can be used to camoflage them.  See an expert.  Best, Dr. Emer.

Steve Laverson, MD, FACS · Answer

A small local tissue rearrangement with or without mucosal excision will correct that minor issue.  Z-plasty of the frenulum, chevron shaped excision, V to Y plasty, W plasty, or vertical incision with horizontal closure will do it.  That's 30 minutes, local anesthesia, office procedure, absorbable sutures.  No fuss, no muss, no bother.

Nelson Castillo, MD · Answer

Thank you for sharing you question and photographs. It appears that you have some mild excess internal lip mucousa which can likely be treated with a small reduction surgery.  See an ASPS board certified plastic surgeon in consultation to discuss.

Robert M. Tornambe, MD · Answer

peannutbutter    I appreciate your concern and while physical exam is optimal, your photos demonstrate that you would most likely benefit from lip reduction surgery. The procedure is done in the office, under local anesthesia, and it takes about one hour. Recovery is usually one week, as postop, the lips are quite swollen. Be sure to consult with a board certified plastic surgeon. Good luck!

Connie Hiers, MD, FACS · Answer

That area can be revised in the office under local anesthesia. I would suggest meeting with a board certified plastic surgeon and discussing your options.

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