Why is my lip disappearing? Cupid’s bow is becoming crooked and less defined. Would filler fix this? (photos)

Question

I am 35 years old and Over the last few years it has seemed that my cupid’s bow is becoming more and more crooked and less and less defined. Mostly in the middle. What can fix this? What could be causing this? Would filler fix this? Tattoo?

Kenneth D. Steinsapir, MD · Answer

First, your lip is lovely. Please understand that will it may be the lip you had in your twenties, it s a beautiful lip. Do not let anyone damage it because many things out there that sound like a good idea are truly and permanently harmful. Please do not do that to yourself. A small lip edge treatment with hyaluronic acid filler can be very helpful. Less is more. You need an artful injector for this. You want help without looking like you are getting service. This should not represent more than 1/4 ml of Restylane. You can handle a small amount at the corner of the mouth and undoubtedly there is a place for the balance. There is never a reason for left over filler. Please do not tattoo your lip-bad idea.

Gary M. Horndeski, MD · Answer

The distance between your nose and upper lip appears large and the corners are somewhat down. I would recommend a lip lift. 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.

Best Wishes,

Gary Horndeski, M.D.

Best Wishes,

Gary Horndeski, M.D.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear Good45110,
I typically use Juvederm for my lip sculpting. There are two main focuses of lip injections, adding volume and actually sculpting the shape. Both involve injecting the filler in different areas of the lips and patterns.
I would recommend finding a plastic surgeon to perform you lip injections. Most of my patients have results that last at least 6 months.
Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

fillers, and lip lift can help.  I would use daily hydration and plumping (see emeragecosmetics lip essentials kit and NUDESKIN lip butter).  everyone can do a little filler when done well really gives nice hydration and plumping.  Best, Dr. Emer.

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

Lip filler can help add volume and define your lip shape.  Changes can be caused from many factors including age and weight changes.  See an expert injector to discuss your goals for treatment.

Kristine Brecht, MD (license suspended) · Answer

Dear Concerned,
Good morning.
Looks like your Philtrum, the space between your upper lip and base of nose, is getting longer. A simple lip lift, aka lip flip can help with this. We do these under local numbing.
Incision hides in the shadowing of your nose crease.
Best. Dr Kristine Brecht
Seattle, Wa

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