Not to be confused with the gummy bear smile shown above, a “Gummy Smile” is when you can see too much of your gums above your top teeth when you smile or open your mouth.
Why Treat Gummy Smile?
People choose to treat a gummy smile because they want to reduce the amount of gum tissue that is visible when they smile or open their mouth. By addressing a gummy smile, individuals aim to improve the aesthetics of their smile and achieve a more balanced appearance between their teeth and gums.
Botox treatment for gummy smile is quick and easy. Treatments typically cost around $60 or less.
How can Botox® help my Gummy Smile?
Botox can be used to help treat a gummy smile by injecting it into specific muscles that curve along the side of your nose to your upper lip area. Botox temporarily weakens these muscles, which reduces their ability to elevate the upper lip excessively when smiling. As a result, less gum tissue is exposed, and your smile appears less gummy.
Botox treatment for a gummy smile is a very simple non-surgical and minimally invasive option that can temporary improve the appearance of your smile.
Left (before), Right (2 weeks after treatment). This is an actual patient of Dr. Lum who loves her new smile.