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Is it possible to still get a lip lift if I have a little bit of tooth show when my mouth is parted?

Compassionate590501May 6, 2024
I have a 20mm philtrum that I would like to shorten but I worry that I won’t be able to shut my mouth. I have slight tooth show when my lips are parted but not much

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Dr. Gary M. Horndeski, MD
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Dr. Anna Chacon, MD, FAAD
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Gary M. Horndeski, MD

A lip lift does 4 things: shortens the distance between your nose and upper lip, increases the mucosa of the upper lip, increases the incisor show and pulls up the corners. There will be no issues with closing your mouth. Best Wishes, Gary Horndeski, M.D.

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Lexie Wang, MD

You'd be an amazing candidate for a lip lift!! ..............................................................

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Lexie Wang, MD

In short... yes! You're an excellent candidate based off of that and your upper lip height alone. ..........

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Ryan Rebowe, MD

It is almost always better to start with fillers in these cases as they are temporary and do a better job of correcting the problem. The underlying problem with marionette lines tends to be a loss of volume. Fillers can correct the underlying problem and also help to camouflage the transition...

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Gary M. Horndeski, MD

Both procedures can be done simultaneously with no problems. It is actually preferred to do it this way. Best Wishes, Gary Horndeski, M.D.

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Anna Chacon, MD, FAAD

Hello, Thank you for your inquiry regarding the potential changes in nasal appearance following a lip lift procedure. Your observation is quite astute. A lip lift can sometimes result in temporary swelling that may affect the appearance of the nose, particularly the nostrils, making them look...

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