Gummy Smile

Worried about showing off too much gum when smiling? Our popular Gummy Smile treatment uses Botox injections to recover your smile and regain your confidence.

Regain a naturally confident smile

A gummy smile treatment is a subtle, non-surgical way to create a more balanced smile by reducing how much of the upper gum shows when you smile. Using a small, precisely placed amount of anti-wrinkle injection, we gently relax the muscles that lift the upper lip too high – softening the smile so more lip, and less gum, is revealed. A gummy smile occurs when a greater-than-average amount of gum is visible above the top teeth when smiling. In many cases this is down to an overactive muscle that pulls the upper lip up more forcefully than needed. It’s a completely natural variation and not a health concern – but for those who feel self-conscious about it, even a small adjustment can make a noticeable difference to how the smile is framed. A tiny amount of anti-wrinkle solution is injected into carefully selected points where the upper lip meets the nose. This relaxes the muscles responsible for lifting the lip too high, so that when you smile, the upper lip rests a little lower and covers more of the gum. The aim is always a natural, balanced result – softening the smile while keeping full, comfortable movement and expression.

Treatment Time

30 Minutes

Duration

3-4 Months

Price

£400

Anaesthetic

Topical anaesthetic

How do we treat a Gummy Smile?

A ‘gummy smile’ is often caused by hyperactive muscles in the face which pull the top lip up higher than usual when smiling, exposing the gum. For some, this can mean avoiding smiling altogether and avoiding being photographed. Luckily, there is a quick and simple solution which yields effective, natural looking results. Utilising a personalised and strategic treatment, we can relax the overactive muscles using botulinum toxin, in the upper lip or around the mouth to lower the upper lip covering the excess gum tissue, allowing for a healthy and strong smile without showing your gums.

Real Results

Actual patient results from our clinic. Every treatment is tailored for a natural, balanced enhancement.

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Gummy Smile Injections

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Treatment Pricing

Choose between our experienced nurse practitioners and doctors. All treatments include a consultation and aftercare.

Gummy Smile Treatment

Utilising a personalised and strategic treatment, we can relax the overactive muscles using botulinum toxin, in the upper lip or around the mouth to lower the upper lip covering the excess gum tissue, allowing for a healthy and strong smile without showing your gums.

Nurse Practitioner

£295

Doctor

£295

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The Treatment Process

From consultation to aftercare, here is what to expect when you visit VIVA Skin Clinics.

Step 1

Free Consultation

Begin with a complimentary consultation and thorough facial assessment. We discuss your goals and determine the best approach.

Step 2

Personalised Treatment Plan

Your practitioner creates a bespoke plan tailored to your unique facial anatomy, desired outcome, and budget.

Step 3

The Procedure

Your treatment is performed with precision in our luxury clinical setting. Numbing cream is applied for maximum comfort. Typically 30-45 minutes.

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Aftercare & Follow-Up

Receive comprehensive aftercare guidance and a complimentary follow-up appointment to review your results.

Frequently Asked Questions

While your dedicated practitioner will always be there to answer every last one of your questions in person, 
this section is here to give you a bit of a head start on some of our most common queries.

  • You should start to notice results within a few days of treatment but maximum results will develop after 2 weeks. The finished outcome can be expected to last 3-4 months, with longevity naturally varying from patient to patient. We therefore recommend rebooking at least every 4-6 months for maintenance purposes.

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Why Viva?

Our patients are consistently thrilled with the care they receive! We’re proud to offer a range of treatments that truly make a difference in their lives. We focus on what matters most: effective results, a comfortable experience, and helping you achieve better health and well-being. Ready to explore what could work for you?

Trusted Medical Clinic for 10+ Years

VIVA has been operating since 2012 specalising in injectable procedures. Since the day we open our doors we have only been offering these treatments making our team some of the most skilled in the UK.

Filler Specialist

VIVA is a dermal filler specialist clinic, proudly treating over a 1,000 patients a year. You can trust we understand lip filler procedures and have the experience to give you your desired results.

Medically Led

All treatments are performed by licensed medical professionals that are either a practicing doctor, dentist or nurse.

Best Products

We only use premimum products for all procedures. This is for both patient safety, comfort and maximum natural results.

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We require a consultation before your first treatment, during which we will answer any questions you may have and develop a plan specifically for you. In most cases, you’ll be able to receive treatment immediately following your consultation.

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