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The Relationship Between Lip Augmentation and Teeth Visibility: A Cosmetic Perspective
Fazilet Altin1, Nuray Bayar Muluk2, Kemal Devrim Isci Dt3,4
1Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Faculty of Medicine, Biruni University, Istanbul.
The Journal of Craniofacial Surgery
|June 27, 2025
Summary
Understanding the ideal lip-tooth relationship is crucial for effective lip augmentation. Optimal results depend on factors like gingival exposure and buccal corridors for enhanced facial aesthetics.
Area of Science:
- Dentistry
- Plastic Surgery
- Aesthetic Medicine
Background:
- Lips and teeth are critical facial features influencing overall aesthetics.
- Facial aesthetics result from the harmonious interplay of multiple elements, not just the lips alone.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe the ideal relationship between lips and teeth.
- To guide practitioners in lip augmentation procedures.
Main Methods:
- A comprehensive literature survey was conducted across major scientific databases.
- Databases searched include PubMed, EBSCO, UpToDate, Proquest Central, Google, and Google Scholar.
Main Results:
- Tooth visibility and show are linked to attractiveness when gingival exposure is within standard limits and buccal corridors do not exceed 1mm.
- Lip augmentation considerations include patient aesthetic goals, tooth visibility, and facial aging.
- Achieving optimal lip augmentation requires attention to facial aesthetic subunits, soft-tissue patterns, and bony landmarks.
Conclusions:
- Lip augmentation significantly impacts maxillary incisor visibility.
- Further research is needed to identify the most crucial factors for enhancing maxillary incisor visibility during lip augmentation.
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