Gummy smile treatment in Birmingham
Show less gum and more confidence when you smile, with expert anti-wrinkle treatment at our Jewellery Quarter clinic — subtle, natural-looking results in around 15 minutes, with no downtime.
- Procedure time15 minutes
- Treatment areaTop lip
- DowntimeNone
- Side effectsRedness & bruising
- Results last3–4 months
Anti-wrinkle for a gummy smile
If you feel your smile shows too much of your gums and teeth, you may have what's known as a gummy smile. There's no strict definition — it's largely about how you feel when you smile — and if it makes you hold back, a simple anti-wrinkle treatment can help.
In as little as 15 minutes you can have your treatment and head straight back to your day. Every treatment is carried out by a trained, insured professional at our clinic in the heart of Birmingham's Jewellery Quarter, just 10 minutes from the city centre.
Smile as much as you like — with a balance you feel happy with.
What is a gummy smile, and what causes it?
A gummy smile is when a noticeable amount of gum shows above your teeth as you smile, often with the top lip appearing quite slim. There's no fixed medical definition — it comes down to how balanced your smile feels to you.
It's usually caused by the upper lip muscles lifting the lip higher than average when you smile. A small dose of botulinum toxin is placed above the cupid's bow to relax those muscles, so the top lip doesn't rise as far — showing less gum and giving the lip a slightly fuller, softer look.
Who is gummy smile treatment for?
This treatment suits adults in good general health who feel their smile shows too much gum and want a subtle, natural adjustment rather than a dramatic change. It's a great option if you'd prefer a quick, non-surgical treatment with no downtime.
It isn't suitable during pregnancy or breastfeeding, or if certain medical conditions apply (the full list is further down the page). That's why every treatment starts with a consultation — so we can check it's right for you, answer your questions and set realistic expectations before anything goes ahead.
Looking after your results
- Stay upright for around 4 hours after your treatment.
- Avoid touching, rubbing or massaging the area for 24 hours.
- Skip strenuous exercise for 24 hours.
- Avoid alcohol for 24 hours.
- Avoid heat treatments — saunas, steam rooms and sunbeds — for about 2 weeks.
- Hold off on makeup over the area for a few hours.
- Results develop over 3–14 days, so be patient at first.
- We can arrange a review to check you're happy.
Before & after your treatment
What to expect
After your treatment you may notice some stinging or slight bruising where the needle was placed. These effects are temporary and settle quickly.
Anti-wrinkle injections take several days to take full effect, so don't worry if you don't see a change in the first few days — this is normal.
How to prepare
- Avoid alcohol for 48 hours before your treatment.
- Let us know about any prescribed or non-prescribed medication you're taking.
- Avoid over-the-counter anti-inflammatories such as ibuprofen for 48 hours beforehand.
Who shouldn't have this treatment
This treatment isn't suitable if any of the following apply. If unsure, please ask during your consultation:
- Pregnancy or breastfeeding
- Hypertrophic or keloid scarring
- Bleeding abnormalities (e.g. anticoagulant use or thrombocytopenia)
- Active skin condition in the area (e.g. eczema or psoriasis)
- Active infection in the area (e.g. herpes simplex or pustular acne)
- Impaired healing (e.g. due to immunosuppression)
- Skin atrophy (e.g. chronic oral steroid use, or syndromes such as Ehlers-Danlos)
- Sensitivity or allergy to botulinum toxin or its constituents, or a milk allergy with certain products
- Neuromuscular disorders (e.g. ALS, Lambert-Eaton syndrome, myasthenia gravis or myopathies)
- Gross motor weakness in the area (e.g. Bell's palsy or stroke)
- Uncontrolled systemic conditions
- Medications that may potentiate the effect (e.g. aminoglycosides, quinine, calcium-channel blockers, penicillamine)
- Unrealistic expectations or body dysmorphic disorder
- Periocular or ocular surgery in the last 6 months
Gummy smile treatment in the Jewellery Quarter
The Glam Fairies is an aesthetic and skincare clinic in the heart of Birmingham's Jewellery Quarter (B18 6EX), just 10 minutes from the city centre, with every treatment carried out by a trained, insured professional. We focus on subtle, natural-looking results and take time to understand what you want.
We welcome clients from across Birmingham and the West Midlands.
Explore our other anti-wrinkle treatments in Birmingham, including the lip flip and downward smile.
Gummy smile — your questions answered
Gummy smile treatment in Birmingham
Ready to feel more confident when you smile? Book a consultation with Kay at our Jewellery Quarter clinic, or get in touch with any questions.
Lines open Mon–Fri, 9am–5.30pm · Appointments 7 days a week