Correct Excess Gum Display When Smiling
Gummy smile correction uses neurotoxin to relax the muscles that cause your upper lip to rise too high when you smile, reducing the amount of gum tissue visible. Quick, painless, and effective.
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The Science
Botox effectively treats "gummy smiles" by reducing excessive lip elevation. During the procedure, the toxin is injected directly into the "elevator" muscle of the upper lip (the levator labii superioris alaeque nasi, or LLSAN), which weakens the muscle's ability to contract or raise up too high when smiling, preventing the over-exposure of gum line.
Using Botox to reduce a gummy smile typically lasts about 4 to 6 months. The treatment is quick and minimally invasive, though temporary tenderness, bruising, or adjustment in lip movement can occur.
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Botox and Dysport are forms of botulinum toxin. When injected in cosmetic treatments, botulinum toxin effectively diminishes signs of aging by relaxing facial expression muscles, especially those around the eyes and brow that are notorious for developing dynamic wrinkles such as crow's feet, smile lines, or forehead wrinkles.
Botulinum toxin relaxes these muscles by temporarily blocking the nerve impulses that direct muscles to contract. The result is a smoother, more youthful appearance that looks completely natural. At Total Body Aesthetic, our expert injectors use precise micro-droplet techniques to achieve the most natural-looking results possible.
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Non-Surgical Alternative
Prior to the discovery of Botox's applicability as a remedy for gummy smiles, excessive gingival display could only be corrected through invasive oral surgeries. Surgical options included a procedure which severed the upper lip from the muscle used to elevate it, a procedure that lengthened the teeth by cutting away excess gum tissue, and in extreme cases, a procedure that repositioned the upper jaw.
These procedures were notorious for being painful and expensive. Botox, consisting of non-invasive injections which are clinically proven to be safe and effective for treating gummy smiles, became the popular treatment of choice in lieu of these invasive oral surgeries. At Total Body Aesthetic, we provide expert, comfortable Botox treatments in a relaxing clinical environment.
Book NowGummy smile treatment cost depends on the approach used, whether neurotoxin injections, lip repositioning with filler, or a combination of both. Botox for gummy smile correction typically requires a small number of units, making it one of the more affordable cosmetic treatments.
Every person's smile is unique. We encourage those interested in gummy smile correction to schedule a consultation at Total Body Aesthetic. Call (310) 670-1920 to discuss your options and receive personalized pricing.
Gummy smile treatment with neurotoxin works by relaxing the muscles that elevate the upper lip excessively when smiling. The result is a more balanced smile that shows less gum tissue while maintaining a natural, expressive appearance.
Results become visible within 3-7 days and reach full effect at about 2 weeks. Treatment typically lasts 3-4 months. Many patients find that combining neurotoxin with lip filler creates the most harmonious smile enhancement.
Gummy smile treatment with neurotoxin is minimally invasive. Tenderness, bruising, asymmetry, or a temporary adjustment in lip movement can occur. Follow your injector's activity and positioning instructions.
Common Questions
Botox and Dysport are forms of botulinum toxin. When injected in cosmetic treatments, botulinum toxin effectively diminishes signs of aging by relaxing facial expression muscles, especially those around the eyes and brow that are notorious for developing dynamic wrinkles such as crow's feet, smile lines, or forehead wrinkles. Botulinum toxin relaxes these muscles by temporarily blocking the nerve impulses that direct muscles to contract.
BOTOX Cosmetic is a nonsurgical, anti-aging treatment that is injected directly into the muscles, usually between the brows to smooth out fine lines and wrinkles. Botox is also used clinically to treat crow's feet area around the eyes. When expertly administered, Botox and other proven neuromodulators such as Dysport offer an effective solution for wrinkles, fine lines, and other signs of aging, while being minimally invasive and highly effective.
Tell your injector about prescriptions, over-the-counter medicines, and supplements because some may increase bruising. Do not stop a prescribed medicine on your own; discuss any change and its timing with the prescriber and your injector.
Generally, Botox/Dysport/Xeomin takes about 7-10 days for the full effects to show, and results last between 3-4 months. For gummy smile treatment specifically, results typically last 4-6 months. Results may vary between each patient.
While results may vary between each patient, typically the neuromodulators begin working within a few days following treatment. However, their full effect doesn't occur until about 7-10 days post procedure. It is important to be patient until the full results of the neuromodulator reveal themselves.
Neuromodulators are products used to relax overactive muscles. They are most commonly injected around the eyes, brow, forehead, glabella, and neck, in order to soften existing wrinkles (by weakening the muscles that create the lines) and prevent future wrinkles from forming.
Neuromodulators such as Dysport and Botox injections are commonly used to smooth out and diminish wrinkles and fine lines. Botox is considered safe for healthy men and women when performed by a qualified provider. The best way to determine if you are a good candidate for a neurotoxin treatment is to schedule a consultation at Total Body Aesthetic in Los Angeles.
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