How can I correct my lip after having a le Fort one osteotomy?

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I am 6 weeks post op from a le Fort 1 osteotomy. I had a keratocystic Odontogenic tumour removed from my max sinus. The max was put back where it was and now I feel like one side of my lip is rolling under making it tighter on one side. How would I correct this issue? Is at all. It's making me self conscious :(

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

An examination would be helpful to determine the extent of the lip contracture.  This may have resulted from the incision and scarring. Its difficult to tell, but there are options available. Best, Dr. Karamanoukian

J. Jason Wendel, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question about lip augmentation.Follow up directly with your surgeon.I would probably recommend healing for at least a year prior to undergoing any lip procedures.

I hope this helps.

Barry L. Eppley, MD, DMD · Answer

It is way toot early to be assessing the effects of a LeFort 1 osteotomy on the lips. It takes a full 6 months for all swelling, scarring and adverse tissue effects to either resolve or improve maximally. Tightness of the lips early after the procedure is common and usually resolves.

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