This treatment finely controls the strength of the muscle that strongly lifts the upper lip. By reducing the amount of gum exposure when smiling, it creates a softer and more refined impression.
It corrects the smile with a simple injection treatment, without gum incision or complex surgery. You can return to daily life immediately after treatment and experience a dramatic change in a short time.
The Attractive Golden Ratio of a Smile
A smile is generally considered most natural and beautiful when the upper lip covers the upper gums and the gums are not exposed by more than 1 mm.
The most attractive golden ratio of a smile is when about two-thirds of the teeth are visible while smiling.
However, due to various causes, the gums may be excessively exposed when smiling. This is called gingival display or a gummy smile.
When more than 3 mm of gum tissue is excessively exposed between the upper lip and upper teeth, it can create an unnatural and awkward impression and may be aesthetically undesirable.
Gummy smile Botox is a treatment that injects Botox into the muscles involved in lifting the upper lip and the area around the mouth when smiling. It helps suppress excessive facial muscle movement and relatively reduce gum exposure, helping you create a beautiful smile.
After one gummy smile Botox treatment, results may vary by individual, but they generally last about 4–6 months. With regular Botox treatments, the muscles adapt to reduced activity caused by Botox, and the duration gradually increases.
Since gummy smile Botox is performed by injecting Botox into the muscles around the mouth, which account for much of facial movement, the treatment must be done in the correct location to achieve a natural effect without an awkward appearance. Therefore, it is most important to receive treatment from a specialist who can accurately identify the muscle locations and perform the procedure precisely.
