Top lip comes out further than bottom lip. Is there a way to correct this? (Photo)

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My top lip comes out further than my bottom lip. Is there a way to correct this? I have a small chin and somewhat of an overbite if that makes a difference. Would strategically placed fillers in my lips help this? Or maybe some type of jaw augmentation?

Ross A. Clevens, MD, FACS · Answer

Dear morgan417,You are correct in asking if jaw augmentation can address your concerns with your lips. Your face is a canvas and all elements on that canvas influence how the others are perceived. A woman's lips are usually the first thing someone notices, so let's start there.Consult a board certified facial plastic surgeon in order to ensure you receive the best treatment and surgery available. Direct lip lift, subnasal lip lift and corner lift are great surgical options but injectables and fillers are nonsurgical methods as well.Sincerely,Ross A. Clevens, MD, FACS

Robert M. Tornambe, MD · Answer

Morgan,I appreciate your concern, but your lips have a lovely shape. I believe conservative augmentation of your lower lip with filler like Juvederm plus, or fat transfer would do the trick. I do believe that less is better in your case so be sure to seek out a board certified plastic surgeon or Dermatologist with lots of experience with lip augmentation. Good luck,

Alim R. Devani, MD, FRCPC · Answer

Your lips would do great with a product like Volbella or Volift into your lower lips. I would suggest you see a board certified dermatologist for this procedure. The optimal ratio for the lips is 1/3 upper to 2/3 lower and you could achieve this. No need for any jaw augmentation.

Steven F. Weiner, MD · Answer

I wouldn't try to make the lower lip project more. This isn't natural. I think the problem is that the upper lip is too large when compared to the lower. It needs to be in the golden ratio, phi, 1:1.61, and right now it is actually larger than the lower. Making the lip smaller is hard to do, so enhancing the lower will help the look of your lips.

David Reinstadler, MD · Answer

I think the easiest thing to do would be to put some filler in the lower lip. This may acheive the balance you are looking for. You would need to be seen in person for a further assessment for chin/jaw augmentation, but filler is much quicker and reversible if you aren't satisfied. I would start thereBest of luck

Top lip comes out further than bottom lip. Is there a way to correct this? (Photo)

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