Case Study

A Natural Solution for a Gummy Smile

Story

This cheerful young woman has always loved to smile, but she often felt self-conscious about showing too much gum when she did. Her “gummy smile” made her hesitate in photos and social situations, even though smiling was part of her natural personality.

During her consultation at Medical Aesthetics 360°, Dr Suzanna (MED0001187471) performed a detailed facial assessment. It was found that her upper lip muscles were overactive, lifting higher than usual whenever she smiled. To gently correct this, Dr Suzanna designed a precision injectable treatment plan to relax specific upper-lip muscles responsible for the excessive lift. This approach allows the smile to remain natural and expressive, while subtly reducing gum exposure, giving the patient a more balanced and confident appearance without surgery or downtime.

Visible Results

  • Reduced gum visibility when smiling
  • More balanced and harmonious smile line
  • Maintained natural lip movement and expression
  • Boosted self-confidence in social and professional settings
  • A soft, refined smile that enhances facial balance

Doctors

Dr Suzanna Yan Ning Luo

AHPRA registration number: MED00011874711

Registration type: General and Specialist Registration – General Practice

Disclaimer

Results vary for each individual. The information and photos presented are for educational purposes only and do not constitute medical advice.
All procedures carry risks and require an in-person consultation with a qualified medical practitioner.
Some procedures are performed by trained therapists under the clinical supervision of Dr Chun Yen Huang or Dr Suzanna Luo .

Medical Aesthetics 360° complies with AHPRA advertising guidelines and does not advertise prescription-only medicines or their active ingredients.