YAAN Clinic · Gangnam, Seoul, Korea Gum Botox (Gummy Smile) in Gangnam, Seoul, Korea

A quick Botox treatment to reduce how much gum shows when you smile. Planned in English by our physicians in Gangnam.

Book an English consultation → See Gum Botox prices
  • 10–15 min Injection time
  • None Typical downtime
  • 3–7 days Starts working
  • 3–4 months Typical duration
  • ₩100,000 Wrinkle Botox from
The short answer

What is Gum Botox, and is it right for you?

Gum Botox is another name for gummy smile Botox: small doses relax the muscles that pull the upper lip up.

At YAAN Clinic in Gangnam, Seoul, wrinkle Botox is ₩100,000 with Xeomin or ₩160,000 with Allergan. Effects start in 3–7 days and last about 3–4 months.

Medically reviewed by Dr. Choi Won-Tak, Director of YAAN Clinic Updated October 2026 Meet our doctors
Gum Botox for a gummy smile at YAAN Clinic in Gangnam, Seoul
Gum Botox at YAAN Clinic, Gangnam
Honest suitability

Who Gum Botox suits, and who it doesn't

We would rather tell you what you don't need. These are general guides; your doctor confirms suitability after examining you.

Often a good fit

  • Excess gum showing
  • Muscle-related gummy smile
  • A quick, non-surgical fix
  • Combination with lip flip
  • Event preparation

Probably not the first choice

  • Gummy smile from bone or teeth
  • Neuromuscular disorders such as myasthenia gravis
  • Pregnancy or breastfeeding
  • Infection at the injection site
How it works

How it works

Target: upper lip elevators.

Result: visible in 1–2 weeks.

See also: gummy smile Botox.

Your visit

The Gum Botox procedure step by step

  1. Consultation

    The doctor assesses muscles and agrees dose and brand, in English.

  2. Preparation

    Cleansing; numbing or ice if needed.

  3. Injection

    Fine-needle injections, a few minutes.

  4. Aftercare

    Stay upright for 4 hours and avoid rubbing the area.

Recovery & results

What to expect, what to expect

  • Day 0

    Small bumps fade within an hour.

  • Day 3–7

    Effect begins.

  • Week 2

    Full effect; review if needed.

  • 3–4 months

    Effect wears off gradually.

Transparent pricing

Gum Botox cost in Seoul, Korea

Current YAAN Clinic prices in Korean won. Your doctor recommends the option that fits you.

Wrinkles

Wrinkle Botox · Xeomin

₩100,000

Allergan ₩160,000.

Jaw

Jaw / salivary / platysma · Xeomin

₩170,000

Allergan ₩350,000.

Skin

Skin / pore Botox · Xeomin

₩490,000

Full face; Allergan ₩690,000.

Trapezius or calf Botox (100 units) is ₩290,000 with Xeomin or ₩700,000 with Allergan. Dose and areas are confirmed at consultation. Confirm the total, VAT and treatment area at consultation. Full details on the Gum Botox price page and the complete YAAN price list.

Who treats you

Physician-led care in Gangnam

Every Gum Botox plan at YAAN Clinic is set by a licensed physician, not a sales consultant. Our medical team has more than 14 years of experience in lifting, laser and petite procedures. See the full medical team.

Dr. Choi Won-Tak Dr. Giyong Byeon Dr. Seonggeun Hwang Dr. Dajeong Hyeon Dr. Yoonsik Sung
Medical reviewer
Dr. Choi Won-Tak
Director, YAAN Clinic
  • Master's programme, Seoul National University College of Medicine
  • Former Clinical Instructor, Seoul National University Hospital
  • Former Visiting Professor, Hanyang University College of Medicine
  • Former Academic Director of Petite Procedures, Korean Society for Laser, Dermatology and Trichology
  • Laser education instructor, Korean Association of Private Practice Physicians
For international patients

Planning Gum Botox on a trip to Seoul

Book in English

Send your concerns, photos and travel dates through our consultation form or Instagram. We reply in English and confirm prices in Korean won before you arrive.

Time it around your trip

Botox has no downtime and fits any trip; ideally have it at least 2 weeks before an event.

Aftercare while travelling

Stay upright for 4 hours, avoid massage, saunas and intense exercise for the rest of the day.

We are in Gangnam-gu, Seoul, on Bongeunsa-ro. See our Gangnam clinic and why patients choose YAAN.

FAQ

Gum Botox questions, answered

Is gum Botox permanent?
No; it lasts about 3–4 months.
How much does Gum Botox cost in Seoul?
At YAAN Clinic in Gangnam, wrinkle Botox is ₩100,000 (Xeomin) or ₩160,000 (Allergan); jaw, salivary gland or platysma Botox ₩170,000 or ₩350,000. See the Botox price page.
Do the doctors speak English?
Consultations are available in English. You can send questions in advance through our consultation form.
Related treatments

Often considered with Gum Botox

Overview

Botox

All Botox options.

 Jawline

Masseter Botox

Slim a wide jaw.

 Skin

Skin Botox

Pores and oil.

 Wrinkles

Forehead Lines

Horizontal lines.

 Wrinkles

Crow's Feet

Eye wrinkles.

 Wrinkles

Frown Lines

Between the brows.

 Neck

Platysma Botox

Neck bands.

 Brand

Xeomin

Purified toxin.

 Sweat

Hyperhidrosis Botox

Excessive sweating.

 Smile

Gum Botox

Gummy smile.

 Body

Body Botox

Shoulders and calves.

 Prices

Botox Cost

Full Botox price guide.

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YAAN Clinic · Gangnam, Seoul

Find out if Gum Botox is what you need

Send your concerns and travel dates. A doctor-led plan and a clear price in won, before you book anything.

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This page is general information, not medical advice. Results vary between individuals, and side effects are possible. Suitability is decided by a physician at consultation.