Lip lift or lip implant candidate for long distance between lip & base of nose? (Photos)

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I had a rhinoplasty 6 wks ago to improve tip support/raise tip projection. I am noticing a long distance between lip and base of nose. It was already long prior to nose job? I recently did have a Botox lip flip and filler (unfortunately my filler always fades in 2 mths). I don’t want my tip raised anymore and terrified of more nostril show..an outcome that may happen with Lip Lift. Is there a technique to prevent this? Or PermaLip would help?

Eric M. Joseph, MD · Answer

Before doing any further procedures, it may be best to wait 6 months or longer to reassess your condition. Your nasal tip may drop several millimeters with time. Lip-lift surgery may lead to visible scarring and permalip tends to feel like "gummy worms". Hope this helps. Dr Joseph

Gary M. Horndeski, MD · Answer

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.

Best Wishes,

Gary Horndeski, M.D.

Michael P. Morrissette, DDS, FACS · Answer

I measure the distance between the base of the nose and vermilion border.  In females, the distance for an attractive lip is 11-13 mm. I prefer to see 2-4 mm of tooth exposure when not smiling. When smiling, It is preferred to show the entire tooth and 3-5 mm of mucosa or gum tissue. I hope this helpful.

Kenneth R. Francis, MD, FACS · Answer

Dear NaperChick,
You appear to be a good candidate for a lip lift procedure.  A Permalip implant is not likely to decrease the vertical height of your cutaneous (skin) lip.  Wait for all of the Botox and filler to wear off and your rhinoplasty swelling to resolve (maybe 6 months to a year) and discuss it with your surgeon.  Good luck!

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