A gummy smile—when an excessive amount of gum tissue is visible when you smile—can impact your confidence and how you feel about your appearance. Luckily, effective, non-surgical solutions exist to correct a gummy smile, allowing you to achieve a more harmonious balance between your teeth and gums. At QC Skin Clinic in Melbourne, our gummy smile treatment offers a quick and safe solution to enhance your smile, helping you achieve a confident and balanced smile.
A gummy smile, also known as excessive gingival display, occurs when more than 3-4 millimetres of gum tissue shows above the upper teeth when smiling. This can be due to:
At QC Skin Clinic, we offer an advanced gummy smile treatment using gummy smile injections to reduce the amount of visible gum tissue when you smile. This simple and minimally invasive procedure uses small amounts of anti-wrinkle injections to relax the overactive muscles that elevate the upper lip. By softening these muscles, the upper lip covers more of the gums, creating a balanced and aesthetically pleasing smile.
Gummy smile injections target the levator labii superioris alaeque nasi (LLSAN) muscle, responsible for lifting the upper lip. In cases of a gummy smile, this muscle over-contracts, exposing too much gum tissue. By carefully administering muscle relaxants into the LLSAN muscle, the upper lip is gently lowered, reducing gum visibility and achieving a more proportionate smile.
At QC Skin Clinic, we are dedicated to providing our patients with the highest standard of care and expertise. Our clinic in Melbourne is equipped with the latest technology and staffed by experienced professionals who specialize in cosmetic treatments like gummy smile injections. With a focus on delivering natural-looking results, QC Skin Clinic is the ideal place to achieve a beautifully balanced smile.
Contact us today to book your consultation and explore how we can help you achieve the perfect smile.
A gummy smile occurs when excessive gum tissue is visible above the upper teeth when you smile, typically more than 3-4 millimetres. This can be caused by overactive upper lip muscles, excessive gum tissue, small teeth, or jaw alignment issues.
At QC Skin Clinic, our gummy smile treatment uses anti-wrinkle injections to relax the muscles that lift the upper lip. By softening these overactive muscles, the upper lip sits lower, reducing the amount of visible gum tissue and creating a more balanced smile.
No, the results are temporary. Gummy smile injections typically last around 3 to 4 months, after which you may need follow-up treatments to maintain the results.
The procedure is quick and typically takes around 10 to 15 minutes. You can return to your normal activities immediately after the treatment with little to no downtime.
The treatment involves minimal discomfort. Most patients describe the injections as a slight pinch, and the entire process is over quickly. A numbing cream can also be applied to ensure a comfortable experience.
You can expect to see initial improvements within 3 to 7 days following the procedure, with full results visible in about 2 weeks.
Anyone who feels self-conscious about the appearance of their smile due to excessive gum visibility can be a good candidate. During your consultation at QC Skin Clinic, we will assess your smile and recommend the most suitable treatment option for you.
The results typically last 3 to 4 months. Regular maintenance treatments are recommended to keep your smile looking balanced and natural.
Side effects are minimal and temporary. Some patients may experience mild redness, swelling, or bruising at the injection site, but these typically subside within a day or two.
