How Much Does Botox Cost for Gummy Smile?

Botox or Dysport both work well in the upper lip for the "gummy smile" to make it look better and lasts about 3-4 months for the $200-300 cost you will incur. It is so worth it. 

While per unit cost will vary by provider there is relatively little product needed to treat a gummy smile making Botox an affordable and effective treatment. Generally between 2 to 4 units of Botox for each side is adequate to treat a gummy smile for a few months.

Yes, Botox can be great to relax the smile in the right patient. This area does not require a lot of units. In my experience, only 8 units is needed. Botox is priced per unit so it could be around $150 or up to $200-300 depending on how the provider is pricing their Botox. Some providers charge "per area" or per procedure so they may have a set fee for a "gummy smile injection" rather than charging per unit. Call around and you'll be able to get info from the offices that you call.

The exact dosing for you can be determined in consultation with your cosmetic physician with an in-person evaluation, as this will allow for a better assessment of your concern. Generally, clinics provide a per unit price, and you simply multiply that amount with the number of units administered during treatment.

Off label uses of Botox on the lower face, require expertise. There is a chance you won't like the result if the upper lip lowers too much. It should't require more than 2 units per side (total of 4 units) but you are paying for the expertise in this situation and not necessarily for the number of units of Botox. I usually start wtih a lower dose and work up if needed. The cost could be a few or several hundred dollars or less depending on the physician and location of the practice.