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Minimizes visible gums by relaxing upper lip muscles.
DEtails
REJUVENATION WITH SCIENCE
Duration
Depending on treatment areas 15-30 minutes
Downtime
No downtime; minimal redness or swelling possible.
Results
Reduction in fine lines and smoother skin.
Post-Treatment
Avoid touching face and lying down for 4 hrs.
How does Botox work?
Science behind Treatment
Mechanism of Action
A recent study in the Aesthetic Surgery Journal examined the efficacy of botulinum Neurotoxin for treating gummy smiles. The treatment involves injecting into the hyperactive upper lip muscles, particularly the levator labii superioris alaeque nasi. This weakens the muscle's ability to lift the upper lip excessively, reducing gum exposure when smiling.
- Neurotoxin blocks acetylcholine release, temporarily paralyzing the muscle.
-Reduced muscle activity lowers the upper lip, concealing more of the gums.
Studies