Uneven upper lip/right side tugs down, what procedure would straighten it out? (Photos)

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The right side of my upper lip tugs down a lot when I speak and smile. I’m wondering what procedure would help to straighten it out, I don’t think lip fillers will give me the result I want. Could DOA botox be the best option? Or something else entirely? It feels muscle related

Glenn Murray, MBBS · Answer

Hello 
This can be a difficult task to correct as it your unique anatomy and how your muscles function.
A small amount of toxin into your DAO may help alleviate the pulling action. I would be cautious in injecting a large dose as it may go the opposite was and curl the lip up too much. 
Use an experienced injector. 
Take care

Anna Chacon, MD, FAAD · Answer

Options for improving the symmetry of your lips without undergoing surgery.1. Neurotoxin Injections (such as Botox): This treatment involves injecting a neurotoxin into the muscles around the mouth. The neurotoxin temporarily relaxes the muscles, which can help balance out the lips and make them appear more symmetrical.2. Lip Fillers (such as Juvéderm and Restylane): These are injectable dermal fillers that can add volume to the lips, helping to correct asymmetry. They can also smooth out lines around the mouth and enhance the shape and structure of the lips.Both treatments are minimally invasive, require little to no downtime, and can be customized to suit your individual needs. However, it's important to remember that results may vary, and multiple treatments may be needed to achieve the desired outcome.

Sheryl D. Clark, MD, FAAD · Answer

Hello auroraj4ane:

Additional photos with your lips at rest and smiling, and head not tilted, could be helpful. However, it is likely that a tiny amount of Botox could help the problem you are describing.

Consult a board-certified dermatologist or plastic surgeon, an advanced injector with many years of experience with Botox, for the best results.

All the best from New York City, 
Sheryl Clark MD, FAAD

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