Before & After · Gangnam, Seoul
Gummy Smile Correction Before and After in Korea
Gummy smile correction reduces excessive gum display when smiling, often by reducing the vertical height of the upper jaw. These before and after photos show gummy smile results by Dr. Sang-Baek Han in Seoul.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Sang-Baek Han, M.D., Ph.D. — Seoul National University graduate, Korean board-certified plastic surgeon · Last reviewed October 2026
Patient results
Gummy Smile Correction before and after photos
Photos are of real patients treated at Seoul Cheil Plastic Surgery and are shown with their consent. Individual results vary; a consultation is needed to confirm suitability. All surgery carries risk.
What changes
What patients typically see after gummy smile surgery
- Less gum showing when you smile
- More balanced upper lip and teeth display
- A more relaxed lip position
Who it suits
Who is a candidate?
- Excessive gum display caused by upper-jaw height
- Gummy smile combined with protruding mouth
Surgeon for every case on this page
Dr. Sang-Baek Han, M.D., Ph.D.
Seoul National University graduate (M.D., master's and Ph.D.), trained in plastic surgery at Seoul National University Hospital, and a Korean board-certified plastic surgeon since 1999. He personally performs every operation at Seoul Cheil Plastic Surgery.
FAQ
Gummy Smile Correction — frequently asked questions
Can a gummy smile be treated together with ASO?
Yes. When a gummy smile comes with protruding mouth, the two are often planned together.
Is the correction permanent?
Bone surgery provides a lasting structural correction once healed.
Is there a visible scar?
The surgery is performed inside the mouth.
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