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Coretox Gummy Smile Correction at Rappoel Seoul \u2014 Complete Guide<\/h1>\n<div class=\"sub\">A gummy smile is not a dental problem \u2014 it’s overactive upper lip elevator muscles. Coretox precisely relaxes them for a more balanced, elegant smile<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>When smiling reveals more than 3mm of gum tissue (gummy smile), even straight teeth and refined features can’t prevent the smile from looking “too open.” This results from hyperactive upper lip elevator muscles \u2014 related to maxillary height and muscle force, not simply dental alignment. Traditional orthodontic correction takes years. Coretox botulinum toxin gummy smile correction is the fastest minimally-invasive solution \u2014 by injecting specific lip elevator muscles, a single session visibly reduces gum exposure for a more natural, graceful smile.<\/p>\n<h2>Causes of a Gummy Smile<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Muscular type:<\/strong>Overly strong levator labii superioris and levator labii superioris alaeque nasi muscles pull the upper lip excessively high during smiling<\/li>\n<li><strong>Skeletal type:<\/strong>Vertical maxillary excess \u2014 naturally elevated upper lip position<\/li>\n<li><strong>Gingival type:<\/strong>Short clinical crowns, excess gingival tissue<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Coretox is most effective for <strong>muscular-type gummy smiles<\/strong>. Skeletal and gingival types require specialist dental evaluation.<\/p>\n<h2>How Coretox Corrects Gummy Smiles<\/h2>\n<p>Coretox injected bilaterally into the upper lip elevator muscle group selectively reduces the upward pull force of these muscles. When smiling, the upper lip is no longer excessively elevated, naturally reducing gum exposure. The dosage is extremely precise (minimal units per side), and the doctor’s anatomical knowledge and technique determine how natural the result appears.<\/p>\n<h2>Who Is a Good Candidate?<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Gum exposure exceeding 3mm during a full smile<\/li>\n<li>Asymmetric smile (one side shows more gum)<\/li>\n<li>Desire for a softer, more contained smile aesthetic<\/li>\n<li>Not considering dental surgery or orthodontics<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>The Rappoel Coretox Gummy Smile Procedure<\/h2>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Consultation:<\/strong>Doctor observes dynamic smiling (natural and full smile), assesses lip elevator activity level and gummy smile type<\/li>\n<li><strong>Site Mapping:<\/strong>Bilateral “Yonsei point” marking (lateral to nasal ala, upper nasolabial fold)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Injection:<\/strong>Ultra-low dose (2\u20134 units per side), procedure under 5 minutes<\/li>\n<li><strong>Results:<\/strong>Gradual onset at 3\u20137 days; stable at 2 weeks<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2>Results Duration and Maintenance<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Duration per session:<\/strong>Approximately 3\u20135 months<\/li>\n<li><strong>Recommended frequency:<\/strong>Maintenance injection every 4\u20136 months<\/li>\n<li><strong>Cumulative effect:<\/strong>After 2\u20133 regular sessions, the muscle adapts and results last progressively longer<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n<dl>\n<dt><strong>Q1: Will Coretox affect eating or speaking?<\/strong><\/dt>\n<dd>No. Coretox only targets the smiling lip-elevation motion without affecting lip closure, eating, or speaking. The dosage is precisely controlled within a very narrow range for targeted effect.<\/dd>\n<dt><strong>Q2: Will my smile look natural or frozen?<\/strong><\/dt>\n<dd>Dosage precision and injection accuracy are key. Rappoel doctors aim to reduce gum exposure while preserving smile expressiveness and naturalness \u2014 not to fully paralyze the muscle.<\/dd>\n<dt><strong>Q3: Is there an age restriction for gummy smile correction?<\/strong><\/dt>\n<dd>Generally recommended for ages 18+. Younger patients, due to higher muscle activity, often see more dramatic results.<\/dd>\n<dt><strong>Q4: How soon do I see results?<\/strong><\/dt>\n<dd>Gum exposure reduction becomes perceptible at 3\u20137 days, with stable results at 2 weeks. No immediate visible change post-injection.<\/dd>\n<dt><strong>Q5: Can I combine gummy smile correction with lip filler?<\/strong><\/dt>\n<dd>Yes. Lip filler adds fullness to lip shape while Coretox reduces gum exposure \u2014 the combination significantly enhances overall smile aesthetics. They can be done in the same session.<\/dd>\n<dt><strong>Q6: How do I book gummy smile correction at Rappoel?<\/strong><\/dt>\n<dd>3-minute walk from Gangnam Station Exit 10 (77 Seocho-daero, 24F, 5F). 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Coretox Gummy Smile Correction at Rappoel Seoul \u2014 Complete Guide<\/h1>\n<div class=\"sub\">A gummy smile is not a dental problem \u2014 it’s overactive upper lip elevator muscles. Coretox precisely relaxes them for a more balanced, elegant smile<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>When smiling reveals more than 3mm of gum tissue (gummy smile), even straight teeth and refined features can’t prevent the smile from looking “too open.” This results from hyperactive upper lip elevator muscles \u2014 related to maxillary height and muscle force, not simply dental alignment. Traditional orthodontic correction takes years. Coretox botulinum toxin gummy smile correction is the fastest minimally-invasive solution \u2014 by injecting specific lip elevator muscles, a single session visibly reduces gum exposure for a more natural, graceful smile.<\/p>\n<h2>Causes of a Gummy Smile<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Muscular type:<\/strong>Overly strong levator labii superioris and levator labii superioris alaeque nasi muscles pull the upper lip excessively high during smiling<\/li>\n<li><strong>Skeletal type:<\/strong>Vertical maxillary excess \u2014 naturally elevated upper lip position<\/li>\n<li><strong>Gingival type:<\/strong>Short clinical crowns, excess gingival tissue<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Coretox is most effective for <strong>muscular-type gummy smiles<\/strong>. Skeletal and gingival types require specialist dental evaluation.<\/p>\n<h2>How Coretox Corrects Gummy Smiles<\/h2>\n<p>Coretox injected bilaterally into the upper lip elevator muscle group selectively reduces the upward pull force of these muscles. When smiling, the upper lip is no longer excessively elevated, naturally reducing gum exposure. The dosage is extremely precise (minimal units per side), and the doctor’s anatomical knowledge and technique determine how natural the result appears.<\/p>\n<h2>Who Is a Good Candidate?<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Gum exposure exceeding 3mm during a full smile<\/li>\n<li>Asymmetric smile (one side shows more gum)<\/li>\n<li>Desire for a softer, more contained smile aesthetic<\/li>\n<li>Not considering dental surgery or orthodontics<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>The Rappoel Coretox Gummy Smile Procedure<\/h2>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Consultation:<\/strong>Doctor observes dynamic smiling (natural and full smile), assesses lip elevator activity level and gummy smile type<\/li>\n<li><strong>Site Mapping:<\/strong>Bilateral “Yonsei point” marking (lateral to nasal ala, upper nasolabial fold)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Injection:<\/strong>Ultra-low dose (2\u20134 units per side), procedure under 5 minutes<\/li>\n<li><strong>Results:<\/strong>Gradual onset at 3\u20137 days; stable at 2 weeks<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2>Results Duration and Maintenance<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Duration per session:<\/strong>Approximately 3\u20135 months<\/li>\n<li><strong>Recommended frequency:<\/strong>Maintenance injection every 4\u20136 months<\/li>\n<li><strong>Cumulative effect:<\/strong>After 2\u20133 regular sessions, the muscle adapts and results last progressively longer<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n<dl>\n<dt><strong>Q1: Will Coretox affect eating or speaking?<\/strong><\/dt>\n<dd>No. Coretox only targets the smiling lip-elevation motion without affecting lip closure, eating, or speaking. The dosage is precisely controlled within a very narrow range for targeted effect.<\/dd>\n<dt><strong>Q2: Will my smile look natural or frozen?<\/strong><\/dt>\n<dd>Dosage precision and injection accuracy are key. Rappoel doctors aim to reduce gum exposure while preserving smile expressiveness and naturalness \u2014 not to fully paralyze the muscle.<\/dd>\n<dt><strong>Q3: Is there an age restriction for gummy smile correction?<\/strong><\/dt>\n<dd>Generally recommended for ages 18+. Younger patients, due to higher muscle activity, often see more dramatic results.<\/dd>\n<dt><strong>Q4: How soon do I see results?<\/strong><\/dt>\n<dd>Gum exposure reduction becomes perceptible at 3\u20137 days, with stable results at 2 weeks. No immediate visible change post-injection.<\/dd>\n<dt><strong>Q5: Can I combine gummy smile correction with lip filler?<\/strong><\/dt>\n<dd>Yes. Lip filler adds fullness to lip shape while Coretox reduces gum exposure \u2014 the combination significantly enhances overall smile aesthetics. They can be done in the same session.<\/dd>\n<dt><strong>Q6: How do I book gummy smile correction at Rappoel?<\/strong><\/dt>\n<dd>3-minute walk from Gangnam Station Exit 10 (77 Seocho-daero, 24F, 5F). 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