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Can a lower lip reduction surgery be done twice?

ksk1993Nov 25, 2016
I did my lower lip surgery 3 months back...hoping that the results will be as desired.But now when I see some part of the lower lip still needs to be taken of to get the proper shape.so should I go for another surgery or are there any other methods...

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Dr. Theodore Nyame, MD
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Robert M. Tornambe, MD

Martha.   While physical exam is optimal, it appears that you may benefit from lower Lip Reduction surgery, only if the appearance bothers you. The surgery can be done under local anesthesia in the office and takes about one hour. Swelling lasts at least 1-2 weeks. Be sure to consult with a b...

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Robert M. Tornambe, MD

I appreciate your concern and while while photos and physical exam is optimal, It appears that you would most likely benefit from lip reduction surgery. The procedure is done in the office, under local anesthesia, and it takes about one hour. Recovery is usually one week, as postop, the lips are...

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The healing process you are seeing is normal. It is common to see this type of crusting on the lips as a part of the healing process. It is important to keep your lips moisturized and to drink a lot of water. Also keep in mind not to pick as the crusting and this will heal naturally. It would...

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Robert M. Tornambe, MD

I appreciate your concern and while physical exam is optimal, your photos demonstrate that you would most likely benefit from lip reduction surgery. Unfortunately, there is no other non-surgical option. The procedure is done in the office, under local anesthesia, and it takes about one hour....

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