Am I a good candidate for upper lip lift? My philtrum is 20mm. No teeth show when my mouth is relaxed and slightly open (Photos)

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Hello, I am mid-50s, my face is longish, my philtrum is long, 20 mm. When my mouth is relaxed, my upper teeth don't show. Am I a candidate for a lip lift? Thank you

Jed H. Horowitz, MD, FACS · Answer

helloThis procedure may benefit younger and older patients alike. In younger patients, the procedure is typically used to avoid obtaining a plastic appearance with fillers. It is important to understand that not all lips will benefit from fillers. The lift gives the upper lip a lighter and more defined appearance with greater volume and tooth show. As you age, the upper lip loses volume and increases in length. When performed in older patients, the lift helps restore a more youthful facial balance and sensuality around the mouth. It also works wonders for improving lost lip volume as well as lipstick bleed lines and wrinkles.

Ross A. Clevens, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question. You do seem to be an ideal candidate for lip lift surgery. I suggest that you consult with a board certified facial plastic surgeon to confirm your candidacy because an in person examination is necessary to do so.
Best wishes,

Miguel Mascaro, MD · Answer

Thank you for your pictures! you are certainly a candidate based on your pictures alone - that being said, there are a few things that would need to be discussed before performing a lip lift.  Most notably as you lift you will also obtain some upper lip volume - and ensuring adequate balance between the upper and lower lips is just as important as shortening the prolabium and giving a rejuvenated look.  I personally think you would do great.  I hope some of this helps! Best of luck

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