Botox injections
Smile Botox
Treatment method and purpose
- In selected cases of gummy smile, reducing activity in the lip-elevating muscles can reduce gum exposure. A short lip, jaw growth, or dental problems may require another treatment; the goal is established after examination.
Suitable candidates and limitations
- Gummy smile of muscular origin; structural jaw and gum problems must be distinguished from muscular causes.
Sessions, time to results, and longevity
- Effects usually begin within a few days and are assessed about two weeks later; they often last about 3 to 4 months, depending on the area, product, and individual response.
Possible complications and safety considerations
- Smile asymmetry, excessive upper-lip drooping, and difficulty drinking or pronouncing certain words may occur. Bruising, pain, headache, asymmetry, and unwanted muscle weakness may occur. Eyelid or brow drooping and, rarely, difficulty swallowing or breathing are important complications; neuromuscular disease, medications affecting nerve transmission, and pregnancy must be assessed.
Preparation before your visit
- At the examination, disclose your medical history, allergies, pregnancy or breastfeeding, cold sores, medications, and recent procedures. Prescription medications, especially blood thinners, must not be stopped without medical advice. Active infection or inflammation in the area must be assessed before the procedure.
Post-treatment care and follow-up
- Do not press or massage the area unless instructed by your doctor; ask your doctor when you can apply makeup, exercise, and be exposed to heat. Severe or increasing pain, unusual skin discoloration, or problems with vision, swallowing, or breathing require immediate assessment.