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A gummy smile refers to a condition where an excessive amount of gum tissue is visible when smiling. This can create an unbalanced appearance between the visible teeth and gums, which some people find unattractive.
A hyperactive lifting muscle is often responsible for raising the upper lip too far when smiling, leading to a gummy smile. This effect can be corrected by injecting a muscle relaxant, such as Botox, to reduce the activity of the muscle.
At Traumpraxis Hamburg, we provide a detailed consultation about the possibilities and limitations of Botox treatment for correcting a gummy smile. We also discuss whether another treatment method might be more effective in your specific case.
Once the injection points are marked, the actual treatment takes only a few minutes and is largely painless.
After the Botox injection, it may be helpful to cool the treated area briefly to prevent swelling and irritation. Generally, you can resume your daily routine immediately after the treatment.
Botulinum toxin is gradually broken down by the body. The exact duration varies from person to person, depending on factors such as metabolism. Typically, the effect lasts around six months.
Botox treatment can be easily repeated after four to six months, assuming there are no individual contraindications. Before any refresher treatment, we will conduct a consultation to ensure that there are no factors preventing the procedure.
Correcting a gummy smile with Botox injections is straightforward and involves no downtime. The treatment is quick, and you can return to your normal activities immediately afterward.
Botox injections can occasionally cause an overreaction in the treated muscles, leading to temporary restrictions in facial movement or asymmetries. Therefore, it is essential to have such treatments performed by experienced specialists.
| Gummy Smile | |
|---|---|
| Price | from 99 € |
| Time | 30 minutes |
| Pain | Barely |
| Downtime | No |
| Durability | 6-8 month |
| Treatment | Price |
|---|---|
| Gummy Smile: | from 99 €* |
* The actual services are billed according to GOÄ.
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A gummy smile is when more than 3 millimeters of gum are visible when smiling or laughing. Many people perceive this as unattractive.
Botulinum toxin can effectively counteract a gummy smile. Botox injections are quick, easy, and produce clear results.
The correction typically lasts for around six months.
We offer gummy smile correction at Traumpraxis Hamburg starting from €149*.
