How can I reduce my protruding upper lip? (photo)

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I have always had a protruding upper lip. In November 2016 I had a rhinoplasty and in June 2017, I had a revision rhinoplasty. Since these surgeries my upper lip has stuck out a lot more than it used to and has an outward curve to it. It always used to stick out before the surgeries but not this badly. Could it partly be swollen from the surgeries? I would like to have a dainty inward curve to my top lip which I didn’t have even before surgery. How can I go about achieving this? Thank you!

Aldo Guerra, MD · Answer

Thank you very much for this interesting question on your upper lip! Swelling from your nose surgery could certainly play a role in the appearance of your upper lip. This condition must be evaluated in person. Additionally, if your nose appear significantly smaller it may create a visual illusion that you were lip is now fuller. Again, this should be evaluated in person. In the photographs, I also perceive the lower lip and chin area as being somewhat small compared to the upper lip. Another option could possibly be to enhance the lower lip and chin area with fillers.  I suggest you see at least three experienced and highly capable injectors in your area. Best wishes Dr. Aldo

Leonard Grossman, MD · Answer

I think you may want to visit an orthographic or a maxillofacial surgeon as your lip maybe protruding forward because of your teeth. Good luck from New York City

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