Correction of scar caused by lip lifting.
Ultimately, this is a deformity where dog ears gather at the base of the alar.
Unless this excess tissue is removed, the deformity will not be corrected; when smiling, the base of the alar protrudes and the curve of the alar becomes unclear. Additionally, the corners of the mouth will remain drooping.
The key to suturing is to avoid creating dead space under the skin.