Close-up of a person with an ulcer or sore on the inside of their lower lip, touching it with their finger.

Gummy Smile

What is Gummy Smile Correction?

Gummy Smile Correction is a targeted, non-surgical technique using neurotoxins to modulate the activity of the Levator Labii Superioris Alaeque Nasi (LLSAN) muscles, which are the main muscles responsible for elevating the upper lip. This procedure requires high precision and a conservative approach to ensure functionality remains normal while the aesthetic concern is resolved.

Areas That Can Be Treated With Gummy Smile Correction:

  • Upper Lip Muscles: The specific muscles above the upper lip that cause excessive elevation during a full smile.

  • Gummy Display: The main area of concern (the excess visibility of the gum tissue).

How Can Gummy Smile Correction Transform Your Appearance?

This precise injectable treatment provides key aesthetic improvements with minimal intervention:

  • Balanced Smile Aesthetics: Creates harmony between the lips, teeth, and gums for a more appealing appearance.

  • Increased Confidence: Many patients feel a significant boost in self-esteem when they can smile freely without feeling self-conscious about gum visibility.

  • Subtle and Natural Results: The treatment is designed to lower the lip just enough to correct the gum visibility without altering the natural shape or volume of your lips.

  • Non-Surgical Solution: Achieves dramatic results without the need for complex dental or invasive surgical procedures.

The Nurse Reine Specialized Process:

Nurse Reine ensures precise placement and conservative dosing for a natural and personalized result:

  • Targeted Assessment: Reine thoroughly assesses your specific muscle movement and the degree of gum show to determine the precise injection points and the minimal effective dosage required.

  • Precision Placement: Only a very small number of units are injected into the specific hyperactive muscles responsible for the excessive lift.

  • Focus on Expression Preservation: The goal is a relaxed, lower lip position upon smiling, ensuring your natural facial expressions remain fully intact when you are resting or talking.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • The treatment itself is very quick, usually taking less than 5 to 10 minutes once the consultation and consent process is complete.

  • Similar to other anti-wrinkle treatments, the muscle takes time to relax, so the full effect is typically achieved within 10 to 14 days after your appointment.

  • Due to the dynamic nature of the area, results typically last between 3 to 4 months. Regular touch-ups are recommended to maintain the muscle relaxation and the desired aesthetic effect.

  • Minimal swelling or a tiny bruise at the injection site is possible but rare. In very rare cases, if adjacent muscles are affected, you may notice a temporary weakness in the upper lip; this is temporary and resolves as the neurotoxin wears off.

  • Discomfort is minimal, often described as a slight pinch. There is virtually no downtime. You can resume your normal activities immediately, following the standard post-treatment precautions for neurotoxins.

  • When performed by a qualified injector like Nurse Reine, the treatment is very safe. The product is Health Canada approved, and the dosage used for Gummy Smile correction is minimal and highly targeted.