Am I a candidate for Botox? (Photo)

Yes, Botox would help you relax your lip, making the gums of your mouth less apparent. Botox will temporarily reduce the movement of the upper lip, making the upper lip relax and causing less exposure of your gums. It is placed in the upper lip as well as the sides of the nose, in the pyriform, if needed.

From the image provided, you would be a suitable candidate for Botox to the gummy smile. A person may be a candidate if they show excessive amount of gum tissue when smiling, which can affect the balance and aesthetics of their smile. Common causes include a hyperactive upper lip that lifts too high when smiling, excessive gum tissues covering the teeth or a short upper lip. Botox treats a gummy smile by temporarily relaxing the hyperactive muscle in the upper lip and near by muscles that lift the top lip too high when smiling. By injecting small amounts of Botox into these areas, the upper lip’s movement is reduced, preventing it from rising excessively. The effect typically last 3 to 4 months.

Hello, my name is Lauren, and I’m the aesthetics injector at Colorado Plastic Surgery Center. Botox can be a great option for a gummy smile and can be a common concern among patients. Botox can help by relaxing the muscle that lifts the upper lip. Ultimately, the best course of action is to schedule a consultation with your provider for a thorough assessment to determine the most suitable treatment for your needs.