I want to fix my smile - big teeth, small lips - what's he best way to fix this? (Photos)

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My teeth are very large, and somewhat pushed forward. I had braces all through middle school and then had my wisdom teeth taken out after I graduated high school. Regardless of my small jet, I do have very large teeth. On top of that I have a very small upper lip that completely disappears when I smile. I have a very hard time wrapping my mouth around cups and glasses and usually have to use a straw to drink to avoid spilling and slurping. Lip injections? Teeth filing?? Better suggestions?

Douglas Wu, MD · Answer

You have a lovely smile. However, the ideal proportion of upper lip to lower lip is 2:3. Yours is nearly there, but the upper lip is a bit recessed. You could augment your upper lip with Volbella to get a very natural and beautiful new shape and proportion. However, it is normal for your upper lip to “disappear” when you smile — this may continue even after your augmentation, provided you want something natural looking. Consulting with a board-certified dermatologist will allow you to learn more about how Volbella or another hyaluronic-acid based filler can give you the beautiful lip proportions you desire.

Elliot M. Heller, MD · Answer

You should start out with 1cc of juvederm filler or restylane filler and go from there. You do not want to overdo too much filler in the lips. It also depends on the look you are going for too. You can always add more filler to the lips if needed. Just remember if you are going to do your lips and you do not want to bruise you should not take any aspirins or anything that will thin the blood since brusing can occur. One syringe is typically $550.

Nelson Castillo, MD · Answer

Thank you for sharing your question.  Personally I think your teeth look to be well-proportioned and your lips maintain average overall volume.  Based on your narrative I would advocate for incremental addition of a hyaluronic acid base dermal filler to add volume to your upper and lower lips until you achieve a size that you feel better approximates your goals.  Hope this helps.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

You would get a nice improvement with lip fillers. These fillers, (Volbella, Restylane, Juvederm) are good to create a symmetrical lip. PDO Nova threads can also be used to improve shape and also provide lift. Fat or implants are a permanent alternative. I recommend getting a formal evaluation with a facial sculpting expert. Best, Dr. Emer

Shahin Fazilat, MD, FACS · Answer

I can not speak to the dental portion of this question, but lots of patients get lip filler for small upper lip that disappears when they smile.  HA filler works great for this and is a fairly quick procedure.  Be sure to see an experienced injector.  Best of luck!

I want to fix my smile - big teeth, small lips - what's he best way to fix this? (Photos)

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Answer: Improving Lip Shape with Fillers (Juvederm, Restylane, Volbella), PDO Nova threads, Fat, Implants

Answer: Improving Lip Shape with Fillers (Juvederm, Restylane, Volbella), PDO Nova threads, Fat, Implants

Answer: Smile

Answer: Smile

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I want to fix my smile - big teeth, small lips - what's he best way to fix this? (Photos)

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Answer: Improving Lip Shape with Fillers (Juvederm, Restylane, Volbella), PDO Nova threads, Fat, Implants

Answer: Improving Lip Shape with Fillers (Juvederm, Restylane, Volbella), PDO Nova threads, Fat, Implants

Answer: Smile

Answer: Smile

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