{"id":5534,"date":"2026-09-14T01:03:03","date_gmt":"2026-09-13T16:03:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.yeoshin.co.kr\/en\/gum-botox-gummy-smile-treatment\/"},"modified":"2026-09-14T01:03:23","modified_gmt":"2026-09-13T16:03:23","slug":"gum-botox-gummy-smile-treatment","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.yeoshin.co.kr\/en\/gum-botox-gummy-smile-treatment\/","title":{"rendered":"Gum Botox: The Quick & Painless Fix for a Gummy Smile"},"content":{"rendered":"

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[Gum Botox]<\/strong> Tired of hiding your smile because of excessive gum display? Discover how a quick, non-surgical Botox treatment can give you the confident, balanced smile you’ve always wanted.<\/div>\n

Have you ever found yourself covering your mouth when you laugh, or trying not to smile too widely in photos? I completely understand how that feels. For many people, a “gummy smile”\u2014where a large portion of the upper gums shows when smiling\u2014can be a source of self-consciousness. \ud83d\ude0a But what if I told you there’s a simple, quick fix that doesn’t involve surgery or braces?<\/p>\n

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What Exactly is Gum Botox? \ud83e\udd14<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Gum Botox, often referred to medically as Botox for a gummy smile, is a non-invasive cosmetic treatment designed to lower the upper lip. When some of us smile, the hyperactive muscles in our upper lip (specifically the levator labii superioris<\/em>) pull the lip up too high. By injecting a tiny amount of botulinum toxin into this area, the muscle relaxes.<\/p>\n

The result? Your upper lip rests a bit lower, covering your gums and creating a beautifully balanced smile. It’s honestly amazing how just a few units of Botox can make such a dramatic difference!<\/p>\n

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Gum Botox is sometimes combined with a “Lip Flip.” While a lip flip focuses on rolling the upper lip outward for volume, gummy smile Botox specifically targets the elevation of the lip to hide the gums.<\/div>\n

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The Procedure: What to Expect \ud83d\udc89<\/strong><\/h2>\n

If you’re worried about the process, let me reassure you: it’s incredibly fast and virtually painless. The entire appointment usually takes less than 15 minutes, making it the perfect “lunchtime procedure.”<\/p>\n

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  1. Consultation:<\/strong> Your provider will ask you to smile broadly to identify the exact muscles pulling your lip up.<\/li>\n
  2. Numbing (Optional):<\/strong> A topical numbing cream might be applied, though the needles used are so tiny that most people skip this step.<\/li>\n
  3. Injection:<\/strong> Usually, just one or two small injections are made on each side of the nose (near the nostrils).<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
    \u26a0\ufe0f Warning:<\/strong>
    Always ensure you are treated by a certified and experienced medical professional. Injecting too much Botox or placing it incorrectly can temporarily affect how you speak or eat.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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    Gum Botox vs. Surgical Options \u2696\ufe0f<\/strong><\/h2>\n

    In the past, the only ways to fix a gummy smile involved invasive surgeries like jaw surgery (orthognathic surgery) or gum contouring (gingivectomy). Let’s compare Botox to these traditional methods to see why it has become so popular.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
    Feature<\/th>\nGum Botox<\/th>\nGum Contouring \/ Surgery<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
    Invasiveness<\/strong><\/td>\nNon-surgical (injections)<\/td>\nSurgical (lasers\/scalpels)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Downtime<\/strong><\/td>\nNone<\/td>\nDays to weeks<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Duration<\/strong><\/td>\n3 to 4 months (temporary)<\/td>\nPermanent<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Cost (Initial)<\/strong><\/td>\n$100 – $300 per session<\/td>\n$1,000 – $5,000+<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

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    Cost & Maintenance Calculator \ud83e\uddee<\/strong><\/h2>\n

    Because Botox is not permanent, your body will naturally metabolize it over 3 to 4 months. If you love the results, you’ll need maintenance sessions. I’ve created a simple calculator below to help you estimate your annual cost for keeping that perfect smile!<\/p>\n

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    \ud83d\udd22 Annual Maintenance Calculator<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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    Expected Sessions per Year:<\/div>\n