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Lip shortening - what procedure can fix this? (Photo)

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BjaneJohansenDec 16, 2023

My upper lip is very long / saggy and covers my upper teeth completely when speaking. Only my lower teeth are visible when speaking. What procedure can fix this? Some doctors have suggested a Lip Lift, but I fear it will feminize the looks of my lips. I am male.

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