Long upper lip makes me feel masculine - Am I a good candidate for a lip lift? (photos)

Thank-you for your question. It is more of a judgement call at this time. You appear to be a good candidate for a lip lift , although your smile is pretty good. The benefit may be more in repose than while smiling, as the shorter vertical length can be aesthetically more pleasing. Please discuss...

In addressing your concerns about an uneven lip lift with fat transfer, it's important to explore several potential options for achieving a more balanced appearance. Here are some suggestions to consider: Consultation with a Specialist: First and foremost, I recommend scheduling a consultation...

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. The lip lift should not pull the nose down and should not widen it. Best Wishes, Gary Horndeski, M.D.

Hello, hope you are well. First of all, it may be helpful to know that a 'gummy' smile is rarely exaggerated by lip lift surgery. Based on your measurement, and the second photo you provided (in repose), you do appear to have sufficient length to consider a lip lift. Whereas in older patients...

This is one of those unique procedures that I do. We can remove lip under the nose and from inside the mouth to improve lip show and shape.