Correct your gummy smile without changing your essence
Rebalance your smile by reducing excessive gum exposure with a medical neuromodulator applied in consultation.
Price: 350€
Treatment duration:
10-15 minutes
With NESAI® ultrasound
Included
Cabin treatment
Without surgery
What is the gummy smile?
Gummy smile is the excessive exposure of the upper gum when smiling. It is corrected with a medical neuromodulator at low doses applied to the muscles that elevate the upper lip, which reduces excessive lip elevation and naturally rebalances the smile.
Medical evidence and support
The application of the medical neuromodulator in muscles that elevate the upper lip for gummy smile is a validated indication in the aesthetic medical literature and included in the guidelines of the Spanish Society of Aesthetic Medicine (SEME). It works specifically when the cause is hyperactivity of the upper lip elevator, not when there is gingival bone excess or dental pathology, cases that require different dental or surgical treatment.
What does the gummy smile treatment involve?
The treatment is carried out entirely in the medical office of the Instituto de Benito in Barcelona or Madrid, in an outpatient session always designed and supervised by a licensed aesthetic doctor. It consists of the following steps:
Personalized medical assessment:
Before the treatment, an assessment is carried out with the aesthetic doctor of the Instituto de Benito. They study your case, listen to your goals, rule out contraindications, and design a personalized plan. The first aesthetic medical visit costs €50 (deductible from the first treatment).
Analysis with NESAI®
Diagnosis of hydration, dermal density, collagen, and firmness with 99.99% precision.
Treatment preparation:
Preparation is simple: the area must be clean and free of creams. The doctor will advise if it is necessary to avoid any medication (anticoagulants, NSAIDs) in the days prior to minimize bruising, and discuss any relevant circumstances for your safety.
Application of treatment in consultation
The doctor disinfects the area, applies topical anesthesia if necessary, and performs the microinjections with very fine needles, following the designed plan. The session is carried out entirely in consultation and the patient resumes their routine immediately.
Start seeing yourself as you want to feel:
The results appear within the expected timeframe for the treatment, with a natural and harmonious finish. The doctor provides you with home care instructions and schedules follow-up check-ups.
Pre and post-treatment of gummy smile
What is the price of gummy smile treatment
Session 350 €
The final price depends on the area or areas to be treated, the product or cocktail used, and the number of sessions the doctor recommends after evaluation. The first aesthetic medical visit costs 50 € (deductible from the first treatment). We offer financing for extended treatments and packages.
Are you suitable for treating gummy smile?
Gummy smile is indicated for individuals in good general health who meet any of these profiles. The final suitability is confirmed by the doctor after a personalized evaluation.
- 01
Excessive gum exposure when smiling
More than 3 mm of gum visible when smiling.
- 02
Smile perceived as disproportionate
When the patient feels aesthetic discomfort with their smile.
- 03
Muscular cause, not bone
When the cause is the hyperactivity of the upper lip elevator muscle (not excessive gum length).
- 04
Smile asymmetry
When one side of the lip lifts more than the other when smiling.
- 05
Pre-treatment for other lip procedures
To optimize results of lip augmentation or redefinition.
- 06
Maintenance of facial harmonization
As part of a comprehensive aesthetic plan.
Who is NOT suitable: contraindications of the gummy smile
Patient safety comes before any aesthetic result. Gummy smile should not be performed or should be postponed in the following cases:
| Contraindication | Reason |
|---|---|
| Pregnancy and breastfeeding | There are not enough safety studies on the fetus or infant. |
| Active infection in the area | Folliculitis, herpes, infected eczema: risk of spreading. |
| Active autoimmune diseases | Lupus, scleroderma, dermatomyositis: unpredictable tissue response. |
| Immunosuppression | Active oncological treatment, uncontrolled HIV, transplants. |
| Known allergy to the product | Anaphylactic risk. |
| Under 18 years old | Unless a very specific medical prescription. |
| Bone or dental cause of the gummy smile | If the cause is excessive gum length or dental problem, dental/surgical treatment is required. |
| Neuromuscular pathology | Same as with any indication of medical neuromodulator. |
Risks and possible side effects of gummy smile
Gummy smile is a safe treatment when performed by a licensed doctor in an authorized center and with approved medical products. Even so, every medical procedure has a profile of possible effects that is honest to share with you.
Expected and mild reactions (self-limited in 24-72 h)
- Papules or small welts at the injection points, which subside in minutes or hours
- Localized redness (erythema) of the area
- Mild bruising (more common in thin skin or if taking anticoagulants/NSAIDs)
- Sensitivity or slight local discomfort
- Mild swelling for 24-72 h
Less frequent effects:
- Mild asymmetries correctable in the touch-up appointment
- Hypersensitivity or itching that subsides in a few days
- Transient post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation if the area is exposed to the sun
- In specific cases: nodules or product irregularities that are corrected with massage or dissolution
Uncommon complications:
- Local or systemic allergic reactions
- Late granulomas due to reaction to the product
- In vascular areas: accidental vascular occlusion (extremely rare, manageable if detected in time)
- In cases of malpractice or professional intrusion: infections, persistent nodules, lipodystrophy or scarring
Before and after photos
Anna, Barcelona, 27 years old
Gummy smile treatment
Anna, Barcelona, 27 years old
Gummy smile treatment
Our medical group aesthetic medicine
An aesthetic doctor from the IdB team evaluates if the cause of your gummy smile is muscular (the only one treatable with neuromodulator) and designs the exact guideline.
Commitment to the Instituto de Benito
The gummy smile is a functional indication for medical neuromodulator that requires great precision: small misapplied doses affect lip symmetry.
At the Instituto de Benito, patient safety comes before any aesthetic goal. We work with audited clinical protocols, CE-marked medical devices and batch traceability, single-use instruments, dedicated aesthetic medicine rooms, and personalized follow-up between sessions. We never delegate a medical-aesthetic procedure to non-medical staff.
Where to get the gummy smile treatment?
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Frequently asked questions
What is a gummy smile?
It is the excessive exposure of the upper gum when smiling, which some people perceive as aesthetically disproportionate.
How long does the result last?
Between 4 and 6 months. To maintain it, the session is repeated every 4-6 months.
How much does it cost?
€350. Locations in Barcelona and Madrid.
Do I lose expressiveness when smiling?
No. When applied with the correct dosage and technique, the smile is rebalanced while maintaining naturalness.
How long does the result last?
4-6 months, the same as the standard anti-wrinkle treatment. To maintain the result, the session is repeated every 4-6 months.
When to choose medical treatment and when gingival surgery?
Medical treatment (neuromodulator): if the cause is muscular (the upper lip elevates too much). Reversible, lasts 4-6 months. Gingival surgery or lip repositioning: if the cause is excess gum or dental problem. Permanent, requires a dentist or surgeon. The aesthetic doctor determines the cause during assessment.
How many millimeters of gum is considered a gummy smile?
More than 3 mm of visible gum when smiling is considered an evident gummy smile. Some patients have aesthetic discomfort with less. The threshold is subjective and depends on each patient.
Do I lose expressiveness when smiling?
No. When applied with correct doses and technique, the smile is rebalanced while maintaining naturalness. If the doctor is too conservative, the effect will not be noticeable; if too aggressive, a temporary strange smile may appear. The proper technique is in the middle.
What dose is used for a gummy smile?
Very low, much lower than that used for expression lines. That's why it's a very technical procedure: doses and injection points require millimetric precision. An excess dose alters visible lip symmetry.
Is the result the same as with surgery?
No. Gingival surgery is definitive and modifies anatomy. Treatment with a neuromodulator is temporary and reversible, which is ideal for testing the result before deciding on surgery. Many patients stick with the medical treatment for life without ever moving to surgery.