A “gummy smile” means excess gingival display when smiling. Common contributors include overactive upper-lip elevator muscles (e.g., LLSAN/LLS/zygomaticus minor), a short or thin upper lip, altered tooth-gum proportions, or (less commonly) vertical maxillary excess. The goal is to reduce gum show while keeping your smile natural and expressive.

First-line care uses precise, conservative neuromodulator micro-doses to the upper-lip elevator complex (e.g., LLSAN region) to reduce excessive lift—often paired with a subtle lip flip (orbicularis oris) and/or hyaluronic acid (HA) filler to support upper-lip height. Plans are individualized to maintain a natural smile and speech. For significant dental/skeletal contributors, we may recommend dental or surgical consultation.

Adults with mild–moderate gum show primarily due to muscle overactivity, seeking a quick visit, minimal downtime, and natural-looking smile balance.