Gummy Smile Botox

Some of us may find this laughter interrupted by anxiety as we smile or give a hearty mouthful of laughter. The reason for this is sometimes our oral health, but mostly because of the gum smile.

Gum smile is the appearance of the gums on the teeth during the smile of the person. When viewed from the outside, this creates an uncomfortable appearance by revealing the colors of the gums that should not be visible, as well as the large appearance of the mouth structure.

This situation, called gingival smile, can be prevented with botox application called gummy smile. Thus, more confident and self-confident smiles are achieved.

How to Treat Gummy Smile?

The appearance of gums while smiling is usually the cause of overworked hyperactive muscles. These muscles raise the upper lip more than necessary. These overworked muscles can be blocked with a simple botox application. Thus, hyperactivity is eliminated and excessive movements of the upper lip are prevented while laughing.

How is Gummy Smile Botox Made?

Gummy smile botox is a procedure applied to the sides of the nasal alar wings (nostrils). Before the application, local anesthetic cream is applied to this area and waited. Then sterilization is done and the application process is started.

Usually, 2 injection points are sufficient. Pain is minimal as very fine-tipped ghost needles will be used.

What Should We Consider Before Getting Gummy Smile Botox?

Before having Gummy smile botox, you should inform your physicians if you are using a regular medication, if you have a pregnancy risk, or if you have any disease.

If the drugs you are using are blood thinners, muscle relaxants, antibiotics, etc., you should take a break from these drugs 1 week before the procedure, if necessary, within the knowledge of your doctor.

What should we pay attention to after Gummy Smile Botox?

• Water should not touch the application area for the first 1-2 hours after the Gummy smile application.

• You should not apply cosmetic products to the application area for the first 1-2 hours.

• Massage should not be done on the area where botox is applied for the first 5 days.

• For the first 5 days, you should avoid activities such as hammam, sauna, very steamy bath, heavy exercise.

When is the Effect of Gummy Smile Botox Seen?

Like post-application filling applications, the effect of ,  is not immediately visible. It takes 3 or 4 days for botulinum toxin to work in the muscle . The full effect occurs on the 15th day.

How Long Does the Effect of Gummy Smile Botox Last?

The effect of botox continues for 4 months, botulinum toxin starts to deteriorate as of the 4th month and our body completely dissolves the botulinum toxin in the 6th month.

Is Gummy Smile Botox a Painful Procedure?

Before the application, numbing creams are applied to the edges of the nose wings for local anesthesia. During the procedure, ice is applied to cool the area and very fine-tipped needles are used, so you will not feel pain or ache.

Can I Have Gummy Smile Botox Again?

There is no harm in having Botox done again, even in repeated applications, the usage time of gummy smile botox is extended and it turns into an advantage for you.

Who Can Have Gummy Smile Botox?

Gum smile botox can be applied by every woman and man over the age of 18 who has a gingival smile.

Does Gummy Smile Botox Cause My Smile Problems?

Like all aesthetic applications, botox applications should be applied by plastic surgeons, dermatologists or medical aesthetic physicians.

If the application is performed by an experienced physician, there is no problem in smiling, on the contrary, the smile improves and you can smile freely after the procedure.

Does Gummy Smile Botox Cause Eating Problems?

If very high doses are used after Gummy smile botox application, lip movements may be affected. However, when applied by experts, there is no problem with gum smile botox.

Does Gummy Smile Botox Change My Expression?

Botox application changes your smile in a positive way. Since the facial muscles are not targeted, there is no change in other parts of the face.

Does Gummy Smile Botox Have Any Side Effects?

If you have sensitive skin in the injection areas after Botox application, it may cause an appearance such as redness or swelling. In such a problem, it disappears as a result of 1-2 hours of ice application.

Gummy smile botox has no known permanent side effects.

Who Cannot Have Gummy Smile Botox?

Botox is not suitable for pregnant and lactating women because their hormones are irregular. After this process, they can have the gummy smile botox procedure with peace of mind.