Gummy Smile

Gummy Smile​

This procedure reduces the appearance of a "gummy" smile by relaxing the muscles that lift the upper lip too high, preventing excessive gum exposure and creating a more balanced, natural-looking smile.​

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How Does Gummy Smile Correction Work?

Using anti-wrinkle injections (commonly made with botulinum toxin), we relax the hyperactive muscles responsible for lifting the upper lip excessively. This minimally invasive treatment reduces gum exposure, creating a more proportionate and natural smile.

    •    Quick and Comfortable Procedure: The procedure takes just 10–15 minutes and involves minimal discomfort.

    •    Immediate Results: You may notice initial results in 3–7 days, with full effects visible in 10–14 days.

 

How Many Sessions Are Needed?

    •    Frequency: Typically, one session is enough to achieve optimal results.

    •    Duration of Results: Effects last approximately 3–4 months, after which maintenance sessions are recommended to sustain the desired look. Over time, some patients may find their results last longer as their muscles adapt.

 

What to Expect After Treatment?

Immediate Aftercare

 

To ensure the best results and reduce the risk of complications, follow these aftercare instructions:

    1.    Avoid Touching the Area: Don’t rub or massage the treated area for at least 24 hours.

    2.    No Lying Flat: Avoid lying down for 4 hours after treatment to prevent the product from spreading.

    3.    Limit Strenuous Activity: Skip the gym or heavy exercise for 24 hours.

    4.    No Alcohol or Heat Exposure: Avoid alcohol, saunas, or hot baths for 24 hours to reduce swelling and bruising.

 

Recovery

    •    Minimal Downtime: You can resume most daily activities immediately after your session.

    •    Mild Side Effects: You might experience slight redness, swelling, or tenderness at the injection site, which typically subsides within a few hours.