Enhance Your Smile with Confidence
Gummy smile occurs when excessive gum tissue is visible above the upper teeth while smiling. While harmless, it can create an imbalanced look and affect smiling confidence. Many individuals seek non-surgical gummy smile treatments to achieve a more proportionate and aesthetic smile.
At Celebrity Laser & Skin Care, we offer two effective, non-invasive solutions for gummy smile correction:
What is a gummy smile and what are its symptoms?
A gummy smile is characterized by excessive gum visibility when smiling—typically more than 2-3 millimeters above the teeth. While every smile is unique, common signs include:
Excess Gum Tissue
More gum than teeth is visible when smiling.
Uneven Gum-to-Teeth Ratio
The smile appears imbalanced.
Short or Small Teeth Appearance
Teeth may seem smaller due to gum overgrowth.
Hyperactive Lip Movement
The lip muscles lift higher than usual, exposing more gums.
Jaw Protrusion
A prominent upper jaw (maxilla) can contribute to excess gum display.
What causes a gummy smile?
Several factors influence gum visibility in a smile, including:
Hyperactive Upper Lip Muscles
Overactive lip muscles lift excessively when smiling.
Excess Gum Tissue
Overgrown gums extend beyond the natural gum line.
Small or Short Teeth
Some individuals naturally have shorter teeth that make gums appear larger.
Jaw Structure
A prominent upper jaw can push the gums forward, creating a gummy smile.
Fortunately, these concerns can be effectively treated with non-surgical solutions like Botox and dermal fillers.
Non-Surgical Treatments for a Balanced Smile
At Celebrity Laser & Skin Care, we provide two highly effective non-invasive treatments for gummy smile correction:
Botox for Gummy Smile Correction
Botox is injected into the lip muscles, specifically targeting the ones responsible for excessive lip elevation when smiling. This relaxes the muscles, preventing them from lifting too high and exposing too much gum tissue.
Dermal Fillers for Gummy Smile
Hyaluronic acid fillers add volume to the upper lip, subtly increasing fullness. This enhances lip contours, covering more of the gums for a proportional and natural smile.
Both treatments are quick, non-invasive, and customized for natural-looking results with minimal downtime.
Get a More Confident, Balanced Smile Today!
Ready to enhance your smile with Botox or dermal fillers? Our expert team at Celebrity Laser & Skin Care can help you achieve a proportionate, beautiful smile—without surgery! Schedule Your Consultation Today! Let’s create the perfect smile for you!
Frequently Asked Questions
A gummy smile occurs when excess gum tissue is visible while smiling. It can be corrected with Botox (to relax lip muscles) or dermal fillers (to enhance lip volume).
Botox relaxes the upper lip muscles, preventing excessive elevation when smiling, which reduces gum exposure.
Yes, lip fillers add volume to the upper lip, creating a more balanced smile and covering excess gum tissue.
Botox lasts 3-4 months before the muscle regains movement. Fillers last 6-12 months, depending on the product used.
Typically, 2-4 Botox units are injected into the upper lip muscles for effective gummy smile correction.
Yes! Botox and fillers offer non-surgical gummy smile treatment with quick results and no downtime.
Both Botox and fillers require little to no recovery time. Patients can resume normal activities immediately after treatment.
Costs vary based on the number of units/syringes used. A consultation can provide a personalized treatment plan.
