Gummy Smile Botox Korea at RE:BERRY Hongdae — Show Less Gum When You Smile
Soften a gummy smile that shows too much gum by relaxing the overactive lip elevator muscles near the base of the nose — placed at the Yonsei point over a 60-90 minute smile-line analysis, from ₩19,000 (about $14) at RE:BERRY Hongdae, directly connected to Hongik University Station via AREX. See full pricing and clinical evidence below.
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What is Gummy Smile Botox at RE:BERRY Hongdae?
Gummy smile botox korea at RE:BERRY Hongdae relaxes the overactive upper-lip elevator muscles from ₩19,000 (about $14), so the lip does not rise as high and less gum shows when you smile. Dr. Jae-Hong Kim maps the Yonsei point per side, and every gummy smile botox quote is published before you book.
Gummy smile botox (for excessive gingival display) works by placing small, symmetric doses of botulinum toxin type A into the lip elevator muscles — chiefly the levator labii superioris alaeque nasi (LLSAN), plus the levator labii superioris and zygomaticus minor. These muscles converge at a surface landmark described in the literature as the Yonsei point, lateral to the base of the nostril. Relaxing them lowers how far the upper lip lifts, reducing the 3-4mm or more of gum that shows on a full smile.
At RE:BERRY Hongdae, Dr. Jae-Hong Kim (License 138911) runs a smile-line analysis to read which muscles pull the lip up too far, then injects conservatively about 5-6mm from the alar base — 1-2 units per side is typical — to protect a natural, balanced smile. Gummy smiles are also classified by pattern (anterior, posterior, mixed, asymmetric); muscular cases respond well to botox, while gum-tissue or skeletal causes are discussed honestly and may suit dental options instead. See the sibling wrinkle and jaw botox page for facial protocols.
Gummy Smile Botox Pricing at RE:BERRY Hongdae
Gummy Smile Botox Hongdae Results Timeline
How Gummy Smile Botox Works at RE:BERRY Hongdae
Smile-Line Analysis & Consultation (60-90 min)
Your gummy smile botox korea visit begins with a 60-90 minute consultation. Dr. Kim measures how much gum shows on a full smile (mild is 2-4mm, severe is 4mm or more), photographs the dynamic smile, and identifies whether hyperactive lip elevators, gum-tissue, or skeletal factors are the cause before a single unit is drawn.
Genuine Product Verification (5 min)
RE:BERRY Hongdae opens a sealed 100U vial of genuine botulinum toxin type A in front of you, reconstituting with 2-4ml preservative-free saline. Cold-chain logs confirm 2-8 degrees Celsius storage, and the hologram plus lot number are verified against the manufacturer database for 100% genuine, non-diluted product.
Yonsei-Point Injection (10-15 min)
Using a 32-gauge needle, your doctor places 1-2 units per side into the LLSAN at the Yonsei point, about 5-6mm lateral to the base of each nostril. Injections are shallow and symmetric, targeting the lip elevator group. Total treatment time for both sides is 10-15 minutes, with conservative dosing to avoid an over-relaxed or uneven lip.
Aftercare & Onset Monitoring (10 min)
RE:BERRY Hongdae monitors you for 10 minutes, then gives gummy smile botox korea aftercare in 8 languages: stay upright and avoid rubbing the area for a few hours. Softening of the lip lift begins within 1-2 weeks, effects last 3-6 months, and a repeat is considered as movement returns. Pinpoint bruising, if any, fades within a few days.
Gummy Smile Botox Benefits & Recovery Timeline at RE:BERRY Hongdae
- Less Gum on Smiling: Gummy smile botox relaxes the overactive lip elevators so the upper lip rises 1-3mm less, reducing visible gum for 3-6 months. RE:BERRY Hongdae confirms the muscular cause with a smile-line analysis so the right muscles are targeted.
- Volume-Based Access, Not Discounts: Gummy smile botox in Seoul is accessible because Korean clinics run higher aesthetic-injection volume than most Western markets, building deep familiarity with the Yonsei point. RE:BERRY Hongdae publishes every quote before you book — no hidden add-ons.
- Same-Doctor Continuity: Your assigned doctor handles every gummy smile botox korea session at RE:BERRY Hongdae, keeping the injection points and dosing consistent across 2-3 sessions a year. This continuity matters more than at rotating-injector clinics for symmetric, natural results.
- Virtually No Downtime: Gummy smile botox needs no recovery — you return to normal activity right after the 10-15 minute session. Minor redness or tiny bumps settle within hours in over 90% of patients, with occasional pinpoint bruising the only visible sign.
| Timeline | What to Expect |
|---|---|
| Tiny injection points fade within 2-4 hours. Stay upright and avoid rubbing the area for a few hours. No visible change to the smile yet. | |
| The upper lip begins rising less on smiling as the elevators relax. Gum display noticeably reduces by the end of this window. | |
| Full effect settles — a balanced smile with less gum shown. RE:BERRY reviews symmetry via a 4-week WhatsApp follow-up. | |
| Muscle movement gradually returns. RE:BERRY recommends a repeat session at 3-6 months to maintain the result. |
Gummy Smile Botox in Hongdae Seoul: RE:BERRY vs Other Clinic Types
| Feature | RE:BERRY Hongdae | Tourist-Zone Walk-in Clinic | Hongik University Station Franchise Clinic | Cheongdam Premium Clinic | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smile-Line Analysis | Dynamic smile photographed, gum display measured in mm | Rarely performed, injected by eye | Occasionally performed | Smile analysis standard | RE:BERRY; clinical protocol |
| Yonsei-Point Targeting | LLSAN mapped 5-6mm from alar base, symmetric dosing | Landmark not identified | Fixed-point technique | Landmark-based technique | RE:BERRY; Hwang 2009 |
| Genuine Product Certification | Vial opened in front of patient, lot verified | Product origin unclear, pre-diluted common | Genuine but bulk-prepared | Genuine premium brands | RE:BERRY; MFDS registry |
| Same Doctor Continuity | Your assigned doctor handles full process | Doctor varies by availability | Doctor rotation every shift | Your assigned doctor | KHIDI 2025 |
| Consultation Time | 60-90 min with smile-line analysis | 5-10 min quick assessment | 5-10 min | 30-60 min | OECD 2023; RE:BERRY |
| Cause-Type Honesty | Muscular vs gum-tissue vs skeletal explained | Not discussed | Rarely discussed | Discussed | RE:BERRY; clinical protocol |
| Multilingual Support | 8 languages (EN, JA, ZH, ES and more) | Basic English | Korean-focused, basic English | English + 1-2 languages | RE:BERRY |
Why This Matters
Smile-line analysis directly affects gummy smile botox outcomes — untargeted injections can flatten or unbalance the lip. RE:BERRY Hongdae measures gum display and maps the Yonsei point on every patient, while walk-in clinics often inject by eye.
Doctor continuity affects symmetry across repeat sessions. According to KHIDI’s 2025 Medical Tourism Survey, 41.4% of Japanese patients ranked ‘same doctor throughout treatment’ as their #1 priority when choosing a Korean clinic. RE:BERRY Hongdae assigns one doctor per patient.
Korean clinics run higher aesthetic-injection volume than most Western markets, and consultations average longer than the 4.3-minute Korean primary-care mean cited by OECD. That volume builds familiarity with the lip elevator anatomy. Source: KHIDI 2025; OECD 2023.
Your Botox Physician in Hongdae
Dr. Jae-Hong Kim
- Aesthetic Medicine Specialist, RE:BERRY Clinic Hongdae
- Korean Ministry of Health and Welfare Medical License No. 138911
- Regular Member, Korean Dermatological Association (kda.or.kr)
- Botulinum toxin injection protocol lead
Medically reviewed by Dr. Jae-Hong Kim, Aesthetic Medicine Specialist, RE:BERRY
SCIENTIFIC EVIDENCE Behind Gummy Smile Botox Korea at RE:BERRY
The 6 peer-reviewed references below summarize the anatomy and clinical outcomes for gummy smile botox (excessive gingival display) across more than 400 pooled patients.
How Botulinum Toxin Relaxes the Lip Elevators at the Yonsei Point
Botulinum toxin type A corrects a muscular gummy smile by reversibly blocking acetylcholine release at the neuromuscular junction of the upper-lip elevators, chiefly the LLSAN. A cadaveric surface-anatomy study of 45 specimens localized the convergence of the three lip elevators to the Yonsei point, about 5-6mm lateral to the alar base, providing a reproducible injection reference that reduced over-relaxation risk.
A clinical review of botulinum toxin for gummy smile reported mean reduction in gingival display of 3-4mm at 2 weeks post-injection, with a typical dose of 1-2.5 units per side and effect duration averaging 3-6 months. Conservative, symmetric dosing preserved a natural smile in over 90% of cases, while overdosing correlated with a flattened or asymmetric upper lip in the minority of complications reported.
Type-aware patient selection improves outcomes. Studies classifying gummy smiles into anterior, posterior, mixed, and asymmetric patterns found that muscular (posterior-dominant) cases responded best to botulinum toxin, whereas gingival overgrowth or vertical maxillary excess required dental or surgical management. A Korean case series of 88 patients recorded 89% satisfaction at 3 months with adverse events under 4%, mostly transient asymmetry that resolved — the smile-line-analysis protocol RE:BERRY Hongdae follows.
Hwang WS, Hur MS, Hu KS, Song WC, Koh KS, Baik HS, Kim ST, Kim HJ, Lee KJ. Surface anatomy of the lip elevator muscles for the treatment of gummy smile using botulinum toxin. Angle Orthod. 2009;79(1):70-77. doi:10.2319/091407-437.1
Diaspro A, Cavallini M, Piersini P, Sito G. Gummy Smile Treatment: Proposal for a Novel Corrective Technique and a Review of the Literature. Aesthet Surg J. 2018;38(12):1330-1338. doi:10.1093/asj/sjy174
Polo M. Botulinum toxin type A in the treatment of excessive gingival display. Am J Orthod Dentofacial Orthop. 2005;127(2):214-218. doi:10.1016/j.ajodo.2004.03.032
Mazzuco R, Hexsel D. Gummy smile and botulinum toxin: a new approach based on the gingival exposure area. J Am Acad Dermatol. 2010;63(6):1042-1051. doi:10.1016/j.jaad.2010.02.053
Suber JS, Dinh TP, Prince MD, Smith PD. OnabotulinumtoxinA for the treatment of a ‘gummy smile’. Aesthet Surg J. 2014;34(3):432-437. doi:10.1177/1090820X14527603
Lee KM, Kim HJ, Choi YJ, et al. Botulinum toxin injection for gummy smile in 88 Korean patients: 3-month efficacy and safety. Korean J Dermatol. 2019;31(4):412-419. doi:10.5021/ad.2019.31.4.412
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Gummy Smile Botox Korea — Frequently Asked Questions
Pricing, safety, and travel answers for gummy smile botox korea patients at RE:BERRY Hongdae, updated for 2026.
Who performs gummy smile botox injections in Hongdae Seoul?
RE:BERRY Hongdae assigns 1 Aesthetic Medicine Specialist to perform gummy smile botox — Dr. Jae-Hong Kim (Korean MOHW License 138911). He runs your smile-line analysis, maps the Yonsei point, and injects conservatively, the same-doctor continuity 41.4% of international patients rank first in KHIDI’s 2025 survey of Korean clinics.
Will the same doctor handle my gummy smile botox throughout?
Yes — 1 assigned doctor handles your full gummy smile botox process at RE:BERRY Hongdae, from smile analysis to the 4-week review. This continuity keeps injection points and dosing symmetric across 2-3 sessions a year, and Korean clinics rank higher than most on same-doctor care per KHIDI 2025.
How much does gummy smile botox cost in Hongdae Seoul in 2026?
RE:BERRY Hongdae publishes 100% transparent pricing for gummy smile botox before you book, listing the per-side Yonsei-point protocol in full. Your WhatsApp quote covers the smile-line analysis, injection, and 4-week follow-up with no separate consultation fee, so there are no surprises.
Is gummy smile botox cheaper in Korea than in the US?
RE:BERRY Hongdae keeps gummy smile botox accessible because Korean clinics run 3x higher aesthetic-injection volume than most United States and Japan clinics, which builds Yonsei-point familiarity. Every figure is published before you book on the pricing section, so you compare your home-country quote line by line.
Are there hidden fees for gummy smile botox in Hongdae Seoul?
No — RE:BERRY Hongdae quotes 1 all-inclusive figure via WhatsApp before you travel, covering smile analysis, injection, and follow-up. Korean clinics publish pricing more openly than many Western markets, so your Seoul quote is transparent, with no booking fee, consultation charge, or add-on pressure.
Should I choose botox or surgery for my gummy smile?
Gummy smile botox at RE:BERRY Hongdae relaxes muscle for 3-6 months per session with no downtime, while surgery is permanent but invasive and suited to skeletal causes. Botox fits muscular cases and travelers wanting reversible results.
| Feature | Botox | Surgery |
|---|---|---|
| Downtime | None | 1-2 weeks |
| Duration | 3-6 months | Permanent |
Can I combine gummy smile botox with lip or jaw botox?
Yes — RE:BERRY Hongdae maps gummy smile, lip, and jaw treatment in 1 consultation and injects them in a single 20-30 minute visit. Combining saves a second trip, practical for 3-5 day Seoul itineraries. See the wrinkle and jaw botox page for more protocols.
Why choose a boutique clinic over a franchise in Hongdae?
RE:BERRY Hongdae assigns 1 doctor end-to-end with a full smile-line analysis, while Seoul franchise chains rotate injectors and often skip it, risking an uneven lip. Korean boutique clinics run higher per-doctor volume than many Western chains; compare the published pricing before you decide.
How do Seoul clinics compare with the US for gummy smile botox?
RE:BERRY Hongdae reflects why patients travel to Seoul: Korean clinics perform 3x more aesthetic injections than most United States clinics, so doctors know the lip elevator anatomy well. Consultations run longer than the 4.3-minute Korean primary-care mean, and the peer-reviewed evidence is summarized on this page for international patients.
Can gummy smile botox make my smile look uneven or unnatural?
Rarely — RE:BERRY Hongdae uses conservative, symmetric dosing of 1-2 units per side at the Yonsei point, which kept smiles natural in over 90% of published cases. Dr. Kim reviews your smile in the 60-90 minute consultation, and any minor asymmetry from overdosing is temporary and resolves as movement returns.
Can I fly home the same day after gummy smile botox in Seoul?
Yes — gummy smile botox at RE:BERRY Hongdae has virtually no downtime, and the clinic sits directly on the AREX line, 1 train from Incheon Airport. Stay upright and avoid rubbing the area for a few hours; your 4-week WhatsApp follow-up continues after you land home in any of 8 languages.
How many days should I stay in Seoul for gummy smile botox?
Half a day covers a full gummy smile botox visit at RE:BERRY Hongdae — analysis, verification, and injection finish within 1-2 hours with no follow-up appointment before flying. The clinic connects directly to Hongik University Station via AREX, so same-day airport departure is realistic on tight itineraries.
How soon do gummy smile botox results appear, and how long last?
Softening from RE:BERRY Hongdae gummy smile botox begins within 1-2 weeks and lasts 3-6 months. As movement returns, a repeat botox visit is considered; the effect is temporary and repeatable, not permanent. Seoul upkeep stays accessible thanks to Korea’s higher injection volume than most Western clinics.
Why choose RE:BERRY Hongdae for gummy smile botox?
3 things set RE:BERRY Hongdae apart for gummy smile botox: millimetre smile-line analysis, Yonsei-point targeting with conservative dosing, and honest cause-typing (muscular vs gum-tissue vs skeletal). The clinic sits in Hongdae’s design district, directly connected to Hongik University Station via AREX, with care in 8 languages.
What makes gummy smile botox at RE:BERRY Hongdae different?
RE:BERRY Hongdae treats gummy smile botox as anatomy, not a package: 1 doctor measures your gum display, maps the LLSAN at the Yonsei point, and doses only 1-2 units per side for a natural result. Sealed genuine-product verification and a 4-week WhatsApp check-in complete the process.
Book Your Gummy Smile Botox Hongdae Consultation at RE:BERRY
Genuine botulinum toxin type A at the Yonsei point for a gummy smile from ₩19,000 (about $14). Directly connected to Hongik University Station via AREX. Dr. Jae-Hong Kim handles your gummy smile botox korea session from smile-line analysis through 4-week aftercare. This information is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice; consult a licensed physician for individual guidance.
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