Can a Nose Job Reduce 'Gummy' Smile?

March 4, 2010
Asked By:Yassamin in Canada

I just recently had a jaw surgery which I hoped would reduce my gummy smile but unfortunately in my case that was not possible. Can a nose job help my upper lip in a way where it can reduce the gumminess?

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November 17, 2010

Answer: Rhinoplasty for Overexposed Upper Gums

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Jeffrey Epstein, MD, FACSHair Restoration Surgeon, Board Certified in Facial Plastic Surgery
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November 17, 2010

Answer: Rhinoplasty for Overexposed Upper Gums

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Jeffrey Epstein, MD, FACSHair Restoration Surgeon, Board Certified in Facial Plastic Surgery
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Answer: Gummy smile

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November 10, 2010

Answer: Treatment of a gummy smile

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October 12, 2010

Answer: Gummy smile can be helped with Botox not Rhinoplasty

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October 12, 2010

Answer: Gummy smile can be helped with Botox not Rhinoplasty

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