Can a lip lift significantly impact the smile line?

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I understand that many people may be motivated to get a lip lift in order to increase tooth show in repose. Can a lip lift also raise the smile line by more than a millimeter or two? That is, can lip lifting procedures give someone with a low smile line a medium smile line?

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

It's difficult to say without the benefit of a formal evaluation. This is my expertise and a huge portion of my practice. Asymmetry is normal and expected. See an expert who does facial shaping with surgical and non surgical methods to get a comprehensive option. Best, Dr. Emer.

Richard Chaffoo, MD, FACS, FICS · Answer

Hi and thanks for your question. The simple answer is yes a lip lift can impact one's smile line dependent upon the amount of lift performed and what smile line a patient demonstrates before the procedure. After 30 plus years doing aesthetic plastic surgery, I would recommend you see a surgeon who is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. Good luck!Richard Chaffoo, MD, FACS, FICSTriple Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

Ben Talei, MD · Answer

The answer is yes.  It can change the smile line, although the change is usually not drastic.  Be careful about choosing a surgeon for lip lift.  Make sure to find good representative photos that clearly show you the incision line.  The last thing you want in the middle of your face is a scar

Taha Shipchandler, MD - Account Suspended · Answer

As in any procedure, the success has to do with a number factors: surgical technique and the individual patient's anatomy are two very important factors. Lip lift can raise/increase the amount of pink/red lip that shows in the upper lip which can give a very nice result.

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