What procedure should I look into for my teeth that don’t show when I talk, smile or laugh? (Photos)

January 25, 2020
Asked By:Sarjul in San Diego, CA

I love my teeth but I hate that they don’t show when I talk, smile or laugh. I went to an orthodontist, I am not a candidate for braces or veneers due to the root of my teeth being so short. Ortho recommended Botox around my lips but I was told that would not help show my teeth. The other option was jaw surgery to lower my jaw but was told that would not be recommended.

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February 10, 2020

Answer: Lip lift versus jaw surgery

Michael P. Morrissette, DDS, FACSBoard Certified Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon
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February 10, 2020

Answer: Lip lift versus jaw surgery

Michael P. Morrissette, DDS, FACSBoard Certified Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon
February 26, 2020

Answer: Teeth do not when smile / lip lift / lip contouring with fillers like Juvederm, Restylane, belotero / botox lip flip

Jason Emer, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
February 26, 2020

Answer: Teeth do not when smile / lip lift / lip contouring with fillers like Juvederm, Restylane, belotero / botox lip flip

Jason Emer, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
January 28, 2020

Answer: Consider a Lip Lift

Jonathan Kulbersh, MDBoard Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon
January 28, 2020

Answer: Consider a Lip Lift

Jonathan Kulbersh, MDBoard Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon

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January 27, 2020

Answer: Lip lift

Gary M. Horndeski, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
January 27, 2020

Answer: Lip lift

Gary M. Horndeski, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
January 27, 2020

Answer: Lip Lift

Gary Linkov, MDBoard Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon
January 27, 2020

Answer: Lip Lift

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