Age, 50, my philtrum is super long & my lip curls in - would lip flip, lip lift or fillers be best? (Photos)

Hi! If you have a perfect amount of teeth showing when smiling then you may not require a lip lift. Lip lift reduces the gap between your nose and upper lip and pulls up the corners and may cause a gummy smile. However, you can consult a qualified surgeon for an assessment to know your options....

Yes, you are an excellent candidate for a lip lift. The distance between your nose and upper lip is great. Also, the upper lip is quite thin. 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...

It is normal and youthful to see 3-4 mm of tooth show at rest. I would recommend a traditional lip lip to allow for 11-13 mm of lip length. In the profile photo, it appears that you have a deep mentolabial fold. That usually means that your lower facial height is short. You might also benefit...

You would be a candidate for a lip lift. 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.

The changes from a lip lift surgery are permanent. Generally, the smile is unchanged after surgery. Most patients show the same amount of teeth smiling after surgery as before surgery.

Yes, you can get a lip lift with filler present in the lip. If it's a lot, it may be advisable to dissolve it. If it is just a syringe, it shouldn't be concerning.