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Lip Lift Techniques in Smile Design
Hamid Reza Fallahi1, Seied Omid Keyhan2, Behnam Bohluli3
1Maxillofacial Surgery & Implantology & Biomaterial Research Foundation, Tehran, Iran.
Dental Clinics of North America
|June 23, 2022
Summary
A lip lift is a common cosmetic surgery that enhances the upper lip's shape and contours. This procedure can reduce philtrum height, improve the smile, and restore facial aesthetics for a more attractive appearance.
Area of Science:
- Plastic Surgery
- Aesthetic Medicine
- Facial Aesthetics
Background:
- Lips are a key aesthetic feature of the lower face.
- An ideal smile perception relies significantly on lip aesthetics.
- The lip lift is a widely adopted procedure for upper lip enhancement.
Purpose of the Study:
- To highlight the effectiveness of lip lift surgery.
- To detail the aesthetic benefits of lip lift procedures.
- To underscore the role of lip lifts in smile aesthetics and facial balance.
Main Methods:
- Surgical lip lift techniques.
- Pre- and post-operative aesthetic assessments.
- Analysis of patient outcomes for lip enhancement.
Main Results:
- Lip lift effectively reduces philtrum height.
- The procedure enlarges the upper vermilion.
- Improved dental show and enhanced smile aesthetics are achieved.
Conclusions:
- Lip lift surgery reliably restores facial aesthetic proportions.
- It is a valuable procedure for creating an enchanting smile.
- Careful planning and execution ensure favorable outcomes in lip enhancement.
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