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Upper short lip/ lip incompetency
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My upper lip is short and lifts up when I smile giving gummy appearance. Is there a way to treat it.
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It can get corrected
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We need to see either pictures or you can see a dentist for an examination of the extent of incompetency . Depending on the examination, you can go for orthodontic treatment ( if your teeth are not properly alligned) , or orthognathic treatment ( if it the jaw that is too protruded ) . Lastly you can also ho for Botox , this is easier way with no downtime but it needs to be repeated after 3-5 months.
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Yes it can be corrected you need to visit dental surgeon for clinical examination based on that your treatment plan will be decided
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there is but depending upon the severity of the case it may require a surgical approach.
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Plz visit a qualified and experienced Orthodontist
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Dr. Pia Patel
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14 yrs exp
Chennai
Hi,
Please share pictures to understand better.
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