Correct a Gummy Smile – Sydney and Canberra

Reduce the look of a Gummy Smile with Anti-wrinkle Injections

What is A Gummy Smile?

A Gummy smile is when alot of the gums of a person can be seen when they smile. This can lead to a person feeling self conscious.

Causes of a Gummy Smile

There are several causes of a Gummy Smile but one of the most common can be an overactive muscles controlling the upper lip, which nowadays, can be easily corrected.

What does relaxing the Gummy Smile involve?

Relaxing the Gummy Smile with Injectable Muscle Relaxant is a procedure designed to reduce the elevation of the upper lip, giving a more attractive and symmetrical smile.

The quick and virtually painless procedure can be done in 10 minutes.  The procedure involves a few injections into the muscles that elevate the upper lip. The treatment is only mildly uncomfortable and you will be left with tiny mosquito bite looking marks which will last for a few minutes. Ice is usually used to constrict blood vessels and therefore minimise the chances of bruising.

How Long Will The Gummy Smile Treatment Results Last?

Gummy Smile Treatment  is a ‘walk in walk out’ procedure. Many patients come on lunch breaks to have this procedure done and are able to return to the office immediately afterwards. Patients typically notice softening of the over elevated smile after one week and the end result at 2-3 weeks.

Get rid of a gummy smile and results will become obvious within 10-14 days and last 4-6 months in most cases. Most patients need only one treatment to see the full effect, however, those with a stronger upper lip muscle may require a top up 2 weeks after inital treatment to obtain the desired effect.  It is reasonable for patients to expect long term benefits but not permanent changes.

When Can I Get Back To Normal Activities

Some patients come during their lunch break to perform the procedure and return straight to work or resume normal duties. However, we advise not to massage your face for a few days following the procedure.

Is It Safe?

Gummy Smile reduction with Injectable muscle relaxants is safe when administered by a medical professional. Muscle relaxation injections have been used for over 20 years in both cosmetic and therapeutic treatments without any reported long issue. In fact, muscle relaxation injections are commonly in higher dosages to treat children with cerebral palsy to reduce muscle spasms, lazy eye and excessive sweating.

What Are the Possible Side Effects Of Gummy Smile Treatment?

There have been no permanent side effects reported for Gummy Smile Treatment using Muscle Relaxant Injections. Most patients will have the treatment for many years without ever encountering an issue. After the treatment, minor redness and swelling may occur but this is easily covered with make up if required. Small mosquito bite marks may appear immediately following treatment but this will only last for a few minutes following the injections.

Other Treatments with Muscle Relaxant Injections

Muscle relaxant injections can be used to treat excessive sweating . This is known as Hyperhidrosis. The  product blocks the signal between the nerve and the sweat gland and reduces the excessive sweating  for about 8 months. The sweating will slowly return to normal after this period.

Muscle relaxant injections are also popular cosmetic treatments to reduce wrinkles such as frown lines, crows feet and forehead wrinkles. Anti-wrinkle injections can be used in conjunction with dermal fillers to to achieve optimal results in facial rejuvenation. As well as Jaw Line Reshaping, Botox is a popular procedure to add shape and definition to calves.

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