Summer House Medspa · Dallas

Gummy Smile Correction

A gummy smile occurs when the muscles that elevate the upper lip contract too strongly, exposing more gum tissue than the client is comfortable with. Botox placed in the levator labii superioris alaeque nasi and adjacent muscles gently reduces lip elevation during smiling. Results are subtle and require precise dosing to avoid affecting the smile itself.

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Concerns to Solutions

We start with your language, then translate it into a conservative treatment approach.

What clients say

Excessive gum tissue visible when smiling that causes self-consciousness

How we approach it

More than 3 to 4 mm of gum tissue is visible when you smile naturally

What clients say

Upper lip that elevates too high, exposing the gum line in photos

How we approach it

The gum show is caused by hyperactive lip elevator muscles rather than bone structure

What clients say

Asymmetric smile where one side shows more gum than the other

How we approach it

You want a subtle reduction, not elimination of your natural smile appearance

What clients say

Avoidance of open-mouth smiling in photographs due to gum visibility

How we approach it

You have consulted with your dentist and orthodontic causes have been ruled out

What to Expect

A simple, low-pressure sequence from consultation to final outcome.

Consultation

30 min

A relaxed, no-pressure conversation. We'll understand your goals, review candidacy, and answer every question before anything else.

Treatment

30–60 min

When you're ready, treatment is typically 30–60 minutes in a private room. You're in control of pace and comfort throughout.

Recovery

1–7 days

Most clients return to normal activity immediately. We'll walk you through any aftercare specific to your treatment.

Results

2–8 weeks

You'll notice the first changes within a few days to two weeks. Final results continue to develop over 4–8 weeks.

Next Step

Is Gummy Smile Correction Right for Me?

We will review candidacy, expected outcome, downtime, and total plan before any treatment decision.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How effective is Botox for gummy smile?

When the cause is hyperactive upper lip muscles, Botox is very effective. It reduces how high the lip elevates during smiling, which decreases gum visibility. Results are not permanent — they typically last 3 to 4 months — but many clients find consistent maintenance very manageable for an issue that has long bothered them.

Can gummy smile Botox change how my smile looks?

Dosing must be precise. Too much product or incorrect placement can flatten the smile or create asymmetry. We take an anatomical approach, identifying the specific muscles contributing to your lip elevation before injecting. First treatments use a conservative dose that we can build on once we see how your muscles respond.

Often Combined With

Botox and Neuromodulators →Dermal Filler and Biostimulators →Laser Treatment (Face and Body) →Medical Weight Loss (GLP-1) →

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