Got my lip busted open when I was 5 on a chain bridge at a park from getting pushed off of it, the doctor did what he could at the time and basically just told my parents to let it heal, now I'm left with a very noticeable uneven upper lip, tired of people constantly noticing it and asking what happened, especially being 19 now it makes me cover my mouth when I talk because I'm so self conscious because of it, can anything be done? Thanks
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July 31, 2016
Answer: Excision under local is often all that is needed to correct scar tissue of lips.
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David Hansen, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
Sudhareddy, please do not let anyone try and do this. everyone's smile is unique and no one is noticing your difference other than you. I actually think you look good! So keep smiling and forget about it! Good luck!
A downward smile (drooping mouth corners) is not treated with Botox injection into the masseter muscles. It is treated by Botox injection into the DAO muscles. This treatment is very effective but only lasts for 3-4 months and will require re-injection. Drooping mouth corners can also be treated...
I think there are two questions here- who CAN inject and who SHOULD inject. In the UK nurses, doctors and dentists can inject. I have seen good and bad injectors from all groups. The questions should really be how experienced are they with this procedure and do you like their results? Maybe ask...