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Bad candidate for Lip Lift - what to do from here? (photos)

cowboykarlosFeb 3, 2022
My philtrum length is 13 mm but i feel it is too long for my face. I have a very short nose and i was hoping a lip lift would help to disguise the look of my long philtrum/short nose. the only problem is, i already have quite a toothy smile and my teeth are very visible when i smile/ talk. i've had a lip flip and enjoyed the results, but i want something long term. would my best bet be to get a nose-lengthening rhinoplasty? or is it possible to get a lip lift without having increased toothshow?

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Jason Emer, MD

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.

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It's difficult to say through pictures alone. Your physician should be the one to discuss the best course of action with you. Best, Dr. Emer

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Vasileios Vasilakis, MD, FACS

Thank you for the question. You do not have any of the features of aging. On the contrary, your upper lip is youthful and aesthetic, and a lip lift would ruin this. I hope this helps. I wish you the best of luck. Vasileios Vasilakis, MD. Double board-certified, fellowship-trained plastic...

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Michael P. Morrissette, DDS, FACS

You appear to be an excellent candidate for a lip lip. It will diminish the length of the philtral columns and provide a more full and pink lip. The distance between the base of the nose and pink of the lip should be 11-13 mm.

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You might be a candidate for a lip lift. Consult with a facial sculpting expert to discuss what they recommend is best. -Dr. Emer

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Tim Neavin, MD

If it is just a syringe in the lips you don't need to wait or have it dissolved. However, it is easy to dissolve with Vitrase if necessary. The lip lift will make the top lip look bigger -- so it may be the perfect procedure for you.

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