After Botox for a gummy smile, is it usual to have a numb feeling in the upper lip for the entire 3 months the Botox lasts for?

Thanks for your question. The muscles above your upper lip are the ones that lift your lip during different facial expressions. These muscles can definitely be treated with BOTOX to try and even out the position of your upper lip during smiling and other facial expressions. This usually requires...

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...

I typically inject 4-8 units to relax a gummy smile. Typically there are 4 injection points (2 per side) and we can inject 1-2 units per injection point depending on "how gummy" the smile is, or how strong your muscle pull is. Be sure to go someone experienced in this procedure as the muscles...

Unfortunately the results from a botox lip flip/ gummy smile injection will not last forever. Botox to the the lower face in general (but including for gummy smile) is indicated to last around 2 months. The typical dosage for gummy smile botox is anywhere between 4-6 units depending on the person.

Hello Sensible, There are surgical permanent solutions to gummy smile, but there can also be some permanent complications that are difficult to correct. There are ways to inject neuromodulators such as Daxxify or Botox so that the effect will last 6 months. If I will you I would choose 2...

Managing a gummy smile with Botox requires precise placement to achieve the desired effect without creating unwanted lines. Here are some considerations and strategies to discuss with your practitioner: Target Muscles: The primary muscles involved in a gummy smile are the levator labii...