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My upper lip is basically paralyzed after CO2 laser and fillers. Is this normal?

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Denise36147Mar 2, 2019

I’m on day 11 of recovery. My skin is recovering beautifully but my upper lip Hans completely covering my top teeth when I smile. Is this normal?

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