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Will lip filler decrease the space between my upper lip and my nose? (Photo)

les.gJun 4, 2016
I have a long philtrum, the space between my upper lip and nose is uncomfortably long I think. I was wondering if lip filler would decrease the length, or if I would need to have a lip lift procedure.

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