Smile balance
May reduce excessive gum visibility when smiling.
Gummy Smile Treatment
Gummy Smile Treatment
Gummy smile treatment for a softer, more balanced smile
Gummy smile treatment uses carefully placed muscle relaxing injections to reduce excessive upper lip movement when smiling.
Treatment may be suitable for patients whose upper lip lifts too high during expression, revealing more gum than desired. The aim is subtle smile balance while preserving natural expression.
May help with
- Excessive gum show
- Upper lip lifting too high
- Smile imbalance
- Overactive upper lip movement
- Subtle smile refinement
- Non-surgical smile correction
Understanding Gummy Smile Treatment
Reducing excessive upper lip movement can create a more balanced smile
A gummy smile can occur when the upper lip lifts higher than desired during smiling, exposing more gum tissue than the patient would like.
Muscle relaxing treatment may help by softening the activity of selected muscles responsible for upper lip elevation. This can reduce excessive gum show while keeping the smile natural.
Gummy smile treatment sits within our muscle relaxing treatment pathway and may be discussed alongside lip flip treatment or lip fillers depending on lip shape and smile movement.
Muscle movement
Treatment targets selected upper lip elevator muscles.
Natural expression
The aim is a softer smile without freezing facial movement.
Treatment Suitability
Gummy smile treatment is planned around smile movement and lip position
Not every gummy smile has the same cause. Careful assessment helps determine whether muscle relaxing treatment is appropriate.
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Excessive Gum Show
May help when the upper lip rises too high while smiling.
02Lip Flip
May be considered where upper lip visibility is also a concern.
03Lip Fillers
May be suitable where lip shape, hydration or volume is also desired.
04Muscle Relaxing
Explore related treatments for facial movement and expression.
05Facial Balance
Dermal fillers may support facial harmony in selected patients.
06Treatment Pricing
View guide pricing for non-surgical treatments.
Subtle Smile Refinement
Small changes in upper lip movement can make the smile feel more balanced
Gummy smile treatment is designed for subtle correction. The aim is not to change the personality of the smile, but to reduce excessive upper lip elevation where appropriate.
Because the treatment area affects expression, careful dosing and precise placement are essential. Treatment is planned conservatively to help maintain natural smile movement.
Smile-focused treatment
Designed around upper lip movement during smiling.
Non-surgical approach
Uses muscle relaxing treatment rather than surgery.
Conservative dosing
Precision matters because the mouth area is highly expressive.
Combination planning
May be considered alongside lip flip or lip filler where suitable.
Treatment Journey
Smile assessment, treatment planning and precise placement
Gummy smile treatment begins with assessment of smile movement, gum show, lip position and whether muscle relaxing treatment is suitable.
Consultation
Discussion of smile concerns and desired outcome.
Smile assessment
Evaluation of upper lip movement and gum visibility.
Treatment
Carefully placed muscle relaxing injections around selected muscles.
Review
Aftercare advice and future treatment planning where appropriate.
Treatment Prices
Gummy smile treatment pricing
Guide pricing for gummy smile treatment. Final suitability and dosage are confirmed during consultation.
Gummy Smile
Gummy smile treatment
Starting From
£290
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Private consultation for gummy smile treatment
Gummy smile treatment requires careful assessment of upper lip movement, gum show and overall smile balance.
Consultation helps determine whether muscle relaxing treatment, lip flip, lip filler or another approach is most appropriate for your smile concerns.
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Gummy Smile FAQs
Frequently asked questions about gummy smile treatment
Clear answers about gummy smile correction, upper lip movement, excessive gum show, smile balance and muscle relaxing treatment.
What is a gummy smile?
A gummy smile describes excessive gum visibility when smiling. It may be caused by upper lip movement, tooth position, gum shape, jaw structure or a combination of factors.
How does gummy smile treatment work?
Muscle relaxing injections may be placed around selected upper lip muscles to reduce excessive upward movement when smiling. This can help reduce gum show in suitable patients.
Who is suitable for gummy smile treatment?
Gummy smile treatment may suit patients whose gum show is related to overactive upper lip movement. Consultation is needed to assess the cause and determine whether treatment is appropriate.
Can gummy smile treatment be combined with a lip flip?
In selected cases, gummy smile treatment and lip flip treatment may be discussed together where upper lip movement and upper lip visibility are both concerns.
Is gummy smile treatment the same as lip filler?
No. Gummy smile treatment works by relaxing selected muscles, while lip filler adds volume, shape or hydration. The best option depends on the cause of the concern and the desired outcome.
Will my smile still look natural?
The aim is to reduce excessive gum show while preserving natural expression. Conservative treatment planning helps avoid an overtreated or restricted smile.
Can treatment fix every type of gummy smile?
No. If gum show is caused mainly by dental, gum or jaw structure, muscle relaxing treatment may not be the correct solution. Consultation helps identify whether treatment is suitable.
Is gummy smile treatment non-surgical?
Yes. Gummy smile treatment with muscle relaxing injections is non-surgical and is designed for suitable cases where excessive upper lip movement contributes to gum show.
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