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What is the best lip lift? Will it leave scar?

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SamanthamorrowAug 25, 2017

I want to increse my upper lip bigger to then my lowerlip, which I know they say not to do, but I like it and it suits my nose and chin. Can I get an implant or is it better to lift it with a stich? Can any lasers lift the upper lip?

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Dr. Ross A. Clevens, MD, FACS
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