Is my philtrum too short for a lip lift? (Photo)

Tooth show is a major reason for lip lift in a young person. Despite the fact that distance between your lip and nose is within normal range, smile can be improved by reducing the orbicularis oris muscle and functionally improving smile and tooth show. Minimal, if any, skin excision is needed while 3-5 mm of muscle can be removed. In person consultation or teleconference with a board certified plastic surgeon with experience in this procedure, is recommended. Hope this helps. Good luck.

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.

Yes, you have enough lip for a lip lift. I've been doing these for decades and see no reason why you can't get a nice result. You may also want to consider cheek augmentation to the front of the cheek which will also help balance the midface.