Gummy Smile Correction

Enhance your smile by softening a gummy appearance

What is Gummy Smile Correction?

Gummy smile correction with Botox involves relaxing the upper lip muscles to prevent excessive elevation when smiling. This non-invasive treatment softens the appearance of the gums, creating a balanced, harmonious smile that enhances overall facial aesthetics.

Who will benefit from Gummy Smile Correction?

This treatment is ideal for individuals who feel self-conscious about their gums showing prominently when they smile. It’s perfect for those seeking a subtle, non-surgical solution to enhance their smile’s aesthetics.

Transform your smile with expert care. Book your consultation with Dr. Dragana Spica today and smile confidently.

Why Someone Should Consider Gummy Smile Correction?

Your smile is a key part of your confidence. If a gummy appearance makes you feel less confident, Botox provides a quick, effective way to achieve a balanced, beautiful smile. With Dr. Dragana Spica’s precision and care, you can trust in natural, stunning results.

 FAQs on Gummy Smile Correction

  • The correct amount of botox to be injected for gummy smile correction may vary and it is determined during a consultation with Dr. Dragana Spica. Usually, up to 10 units of Botox may be required. 

  • Dr. Dragana works exclusively with Allergan due to the high quality and safety of the product. 

  • The procedure is done in maximum 5 minutes to reduce discomfort, without numbing cream application. If numbing cream is utilized, an additional 15 minutes should be considered.

  • The procedure is nearly painless, Dr. Dragana Spica employs the best techniques to minimize any discomfort. Numbing cream can be used as an option if it makes you feel more comfortable.  

  • There is no recovery period, botox is a minimal invasive treatment that may leave little swelling and redness over the areas injected that may look like a mosquito bite and will subside within 1 hour. Very occasionally some bruising may happen due to the injections. Some soreness may occur in the injection sites for a few days.

  • Botox starts to act on the muscles immediately after injection, full effect will be noticeable within 10 to 14 days. 

  • Botox typically lasts between 3 to 4 months. Some patients may experience the effects to last longer, in the 4 to 6 month range, while others may find it wears off sooner, around the 2-month range. High metabolism, high-intensity activities, sun exposure, stress, and alcohol consumption are some of the factors that may reduce the botox effect.

  • Usually, the rate of success from this treatment is high and rarely a touch-up is required. Only if it is required a touch-up you may consider a follow-up visit, after 14 days, with Dr. Dragana to achieve the best results.

  • Droopy upper lip, smile asymmetry, speech issue and very rarelly allergy.