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Botox Gummy Smile Treatment: How Does It Work?
A gummy smile shows excessive gum tissue and fewer visible teeth, making your smile imbalanced. Fortunately, there are dental procedures to correct this issue, including Botox gummy smile treatment. If you are unfamiliar with how Botox is used in dentistry, no doubt you have questions about Botox procedures. Drs. Vanessa and Anthony Quihuis from Shine Dental Arts in Phoenix, Arizona, provide the answers you need to help you make well-informed decisions about this treatment.Â
How is Botox used to treat gummy smiles?
Botox is a natural muscle relaxant used for a wide range of conditions, such as reducing fine lines and wrinkles in your skin, treating migraine headaches, and treating gummy smiles. To minimize the appearance of a gummy smile, Botox is injected into the muscles around your upper lip to prevent them from contracting temporarily. Relaxing these muscles keeps your upper lip from pulling upward as much when you smile, revealing less gum tissue. The result is a more balanced, pleasing smile.
Is Botox safe to use for gummy smiles? Â
When an experienced dental professional performs this procedure, Botox injections can be used safely and effectively to treat a gummy smile. It is important to note that the effects of Botox are not permanent. If, by any chance, you are dissatisfied with the results, they can be reversed with time.
What can I expect from a Botox gummy smile treatment?
The first step is meeting with your Phoenix, AZ dentist for a dental evaluation to get a better idea of how Botox can improve your smile. At this time, we will review your dental and medical history and discuss your smile goals to determine if Botox is a good fit for you. If so, our dentists will plan and schedule your treatment at our dental clinic. Â
Botox gummy smile treatment entails injecting Botox into the muscles of your upper lip. The injections are quick and easy, taking around 10 to 15 minutes to complete. We can apply a numbing cream to the area to minimize discomfort. As there is no recovery time for Botox injections, you can resume normal activities immediately after your treatment.
How long will it take for Botox to work?
For most people, it takes at least three to seven days to see noticeable results. Gradually, your upper lip will relax to a lower position, covering more gum tissue when you smile. You will experience full results of your treatment within two weeks.
How long do the results last?
Botox gummy smile treatments generally last three to four months, after which you will need to repeat the process to continue correcting this issue. As your mouth is constantly in use for eating, smiling, laughing, and talking, the results tend to wear off quicker than with other Botox treatments.
Where can I find a Botox clinic near me for gummy smile treatment?Â
Shine Dental Arts is your go-to clinic for Botox treatments in Phoenix, AZ. To schedule a consultation, contact Drs. Vanessa and Anthony Quihuis at (480) 893-3072.
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Drs. Vanessa L. Quihuis and Anthony F.R. Quihuis
At Shine Dental Arts, Dr. Vanessa L. Quihuis and Dr. Anthony F.R. Quihuis combine their expertise and passion to deliver compassionate, high-quality dental care. Together, they create a welcoming environment where advanced techniques, innovative technology, and genuine patient relationships come first. Their shared commitment to continuing education ensures patients receive the benefits of modern dentistry with personalized treatment tailored to each individual. As a united team, they focus on building healthy, confident smiles through comprehensive general, cosmetic, and restorative care. At Shine Dental Arts, their collaboration reflects a deep dedication to trust, comfort, and excellence in every patient experience.