Should I get Botox once after my lip repositioning and crown lengthening surgery?

Yes, botox is an effective and cost efficient treatment for a gummy smile. It only requires a few units of botox on each side to provide a degree of relaxation to the upper lip. However, as you know, the treatment will need to be repeated every 3-4 months. A more permanent solution may require corrective jaw surgery. Good luck

Dear anonymous_96,Thank you for your question. Botox can be used to improve a gummy smile by reducing strain on the muscles around the mouth. This must be done with great care and expertise, as improper injection can cause smile asymmetry or even worsen the gummy smile. Make sure your injector is reputable and qualified. As noted, results are only temporary. The only real long term solution is jaw surgery, if that is the cause of your gummy smile, as your lip and teeth have already been addressed. Good luck.Nirmal R. Nathan, M.D.Certified, American Board of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Plastic Surgeons

Hello and thank you for your question.  I use Botox quite frequently for gummy smiles, softening of "smokers lines", and to give a little bit of a upper lip flip.  This is a very easy and successful treatment that has little cost and great benefits for most people.  It usually doesn't take too many units (2-6) to achieve our goal and therefore wont be very expensive. If you are happy with the results, you may find that getting your treatment regularly, your muscles can atrophy a bit and will have less of a pull after a year or so. I suggest seeing a qualified and experienced injector for a consultation.  Best of luck!