My philtrum is over-defined with each of the two parts creating solid tubular lines from the top of my lips to the skin underneath my nostrils. The way it connects to my nose makes it appear as though it protrudes from the rest of my face. Is there any operation that could make my philtrum look normal? (Picture included. Please help!!)
November 4, 2010
Answer: Rhinplasty for Protruding Upper Lip area
Hi NoSubject in Killeen,
Plastic surgery on the nose may or may not affect the upper lip. A protruding upper lip may be due to underlying excess bone or cartilage. Reducing this excess hard tissue may allow the upper lip to settle back a bit. However, the natural folds of the upper lip, the philtral columns, are never reduced. In fact, often times plastic surgeons will plump the phitral columns during lip enhancement with hyaluronic acid (Restylane or Juvederm) or fat injections for facial aging. Only after a comprehensive evaluation can a rhinoplasty surgeon help determine appropriate options for you. Best of luck.
Dr. Chaboki
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November 4, 2010
Answer: Rhinplasty for Protruding Upper Lip area
Hi NoSubject in Killeen,
Plastic surgery on the nose may or may not affect the upper lip. A protruding upper lip may be due to underlying excess bone or cartilage. Reducing this excess hard tissue may allow the upper lip to settle back a bit. However, the natural folds of the upper lip, the philtral columns, are never reduced. In fact, often times plastic surgeons will plump the phitral columns during lip enhancement with hyaluronic acid (Restylane or Juvederm) or fat injections for facial aging. Only after a comprehensive evaluation can a rhinoplasty surgeon help determine appropriate options for you. Best of luck.
Dr. Chaboki
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April 24, 2016
Answer: Reduce a Protruding Philtrum
Thanks for posting a photo showing us your concerns. I agree with the previous expert posters, Drs Aldea and Wallach. In over 30 years of practicing plastic surgery I have NEVER seen a request to reduce the PHILTRUM folds! And I agree leave them alone they look wonderful. But if you are hell bent on doing something, try a small, tiny amount of BOTOX to are to help flatten the muscle roll.
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April 24, 2016
Answer: Reduce a Protruding Philtrum
Thanks for posting a photo showing us your concerns. I agree with the previous expert posters, Drs Aldea and Wallach. In over 30 years of practicing plastic surgery I have NEVER seen a request to reduce the PHILTRUM folds! And I agree leave them alone they look wonderful. But if you are hell bent on doing something, try a small, tiny amount of BOTOX to are to help flatten the muscle roll.
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