Gummy smile

A naturally balanced smile

A gummy smile, medically known as Excessive Gingival Display, occurs when a larger amount of gum tissue is visible above the teeth when smiling.

For some people, this happens because the muscles responsible for lifting the upper lip are more active, causing the lip to rise higher during a smile.

How does it work?

The upper lip is controlled by a group of muscles responsible for facial expression and smiling, including the Levator Labii Superioris muscle.

When these muscles are overactive, they can lift the upper lip higher than desired, revealing more gum when smiling.

Carefully placed anti-wrinkle injections help relax targeted muscles, reducing excessive movement of the upper lip.

This allows the lip to rest in a more balanced position when smiling, helping reduce the appearance of a gummy smile.

Every treatment is personalised based on your smile, facial movement and anatomy to achieve a natural-looking result.

The aim is not to change your smile, but to enhance balance and confidence while keeping your expression authentic.

Benefits

✓ Reduces excessive gum visibility when smiling
✓ Creates a more balanced smile
✓ Softens excessive upper lip movement
✓ Helps improve harmony between lips and teeth
✓ Maintains natural facial expression
✓ Tailored to your individual anatomy
✓ Non-surgical treatment
✓ No downtime

Treatment Summary

Treatment time: 10–15 minutes
Results begin: 3–7 days
Full effect: Around 2 weeks
Duration: Approximately 3–4 months