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Does my philtrum look abnormally long? And lip shape strange? (Photo)

infinite61Jan 16, 2015
I want expert opinion on my philtrum and lips. I think it looks quite long. Also are my lips shaped oddly to you? Are they supposed to curve up on the sides when making an expressionless face?

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Dr. Stephen M. Davis, MD, FACS
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Answered on Jan 20, 2015
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Dr. Sheldon S. Kabaker, MD FACS (retired)
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Answered on Jan 17, 2015
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