What is gummy smile?
Excessive gingival display, also known as ‘gummy smile’, is a noticeable exposure of the gums when the patient smiles. In other words, too much gum is visible, resulting in an unattractive appearance. This causes many people to feel insecure when smiling.
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Treatment
The treatment consists of the specific infiltration of different types of hyaluronic acid to attempt mechanical myomodulation. The aim is to slow down the movement of the muscles that cause the gummy smile, thus preventing such pronounced exposure of the gums.
The success of this treatment largely depends on making a correct diagnosis that allows us to tailor the treatment to the patient's specific needs.
The procedure is performed in the clinic in approximately twenty minutes and the patient can go home immediately afterwards.
Benefits of correcting a gummy smile without surgery
It is a quick and painless treatment, with immediate results.
Furthermore, it is a simple procedure carried out in the doctor's office, without the need for surgery or inpatient treatments.
It also does not require the use of anaesthesia, beyond the application of topical anaesthesia.
Price for gummy smile treatment
The price of the treatment will depend on the severity of the gummy smile, as this will determine the amount and type of product to be injected.
Pre-treatment
This treatment does not require any pretreatment. However, topical anaesthetic will be applied thirty minutes ahead of the treatment to allow the substance to start working. This anaesthetic cream is applied in the doctor's office.
F.A.Q.
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Does this treatment increase the volume of the upper lip area?
The correct application of hyaluronic acid to correct a gummy smile does not in any way increase the area between the nose and lip (philtrum).
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How long does the effect of this treatment last?
The approximate duration of the effect of this treatment is one year. However, this figure is statistical and may vary for each patient.
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Is it necessary to use anaesthesia?
There is no need for local or general anaesthesia, nor sedation. An anaesthetic cream is applied just thirty minutes beforehand to make the treatment more comfortable for the patient.
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When will I see the results?
The results of gummy smile treatment are visible immediately.
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Does the price of a gummy smile correction include touch-ups?
A follow-up session is carried out 15 days after the treatment to perfect the result if necessary.
Expert opinion
It is very satisfying to help someone who has suppressed their smile for a long time due to a complex about showing their gums to enjoy their smile without fear. In most cases, the affected person not only avoids a future functional problem, but also gains self-esteem and confidence.
Correcting a gummy smile with hyaluronic acid is a safe and truly effective treatment. It allows patients to have a more harmonious smile, without showing excessive gum, without the need for surgery and with very satisfactory results.
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