Fleshy protruding lips/philtrum? (Photos)

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Hello, can anyone recommend what I can do about my lips? I don’t belive my lips are large however the skin around my lips sick out and curve down. My philtrum protrudes instead of going inward like a normal persons, it’s rounded almost like a monkey’s mouth. My bottom lip sticks out as well. Is there any procedure I can get to reduce this?

Robert M. Tornambe, MD · Answer

I appreciate your concern and while physical exam is optimal, your photos demonstrate 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 quite swollen. Come see me or another board certified plastic surgeon in our area to explore the best options for you.v

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Fleshy protruding lips/philtrum? (Photos)

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