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DAO, Nefertiti Lift, Gummy Smile & Lip Flip: Toronto’s Guide to Lower Face Botox
When most people think of Botox, they picture treatments for forehead lines or crow’s feet. However, many are unaware that Botox can also be highly effective in the lower face and neck, addressing concerns such as a downturned mouth, a gummy smile, or visible neck bands. But we’re here to tell you all about it!
At MD Skin Lab, a physician-led medical clinic in Toronto, our team of experienced physician injectors utilizes Botox to achieve subtle, natural results that refresh the lower face without the need for surgery or downtime. In fact, treating patients using Botox and Dysport is one of our specializations in Toronto.
Here’s everything you need to know about lower face Botox, explained in detail, before you book your appointment at our Toronto clinic.
What Is Lower Face Botox?
Lower face Botox refers to the use of Botox injections in the muscles surrounding the mouth, jawline, and neck. Instead of targeting expression lines on the upper face, we focus on muscles that:
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Pull down the corners of the mouth
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Causes excessive gum show when smiling
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Create vertical neck bands
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Over-activate around the lips
By carefully relaxing these muscles with precision, our physician injectors use Botox to improve facial balance, smooth unwanted lines, and create a more harmonious expression.
Now, we’ll get into the specific treatments and what they entail.
Treatment #1: DAO Botox for Downturned Mouth
What is the DAO? The depressor anguli oris (DAO) is a muscle that pulls the corners of your mouth downward. Over time, overactive DAOs can cause a permanent frown or downturned mouth, even when you feel happy.
How Botox helps: Injecting small amounts of Botox into the DAO relaxes this muscle, allowing the corners of the mouth to lift back to a more neutral or positive position gently.
Results patients notice:
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Softer, more relaxed resting expression
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Reduction of “sad mouth” look
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More youthful lower face appearance
Ideal candidates: Individuals who feel their resting face looks tired, angry, or sad due to drooping mouth corners.
Are you unsure if you’re an ideal candidate for DAO Botox? Book a consultation with a physician injector at MD Skin Lab.
Treatment #2: Platysma Botox for the Nefertiti Neck Lift
What is the platysma? The platysma is a thin, sheet-like muscle that extends from your jawline down to your collarbone. As we age, it becomes more prominent, creating vertical neck bands and pulling the jawline downward.
How Botox helps: When injected along the platysma, Botox relaxes the pulling effect of the muscle. This smooths neck bands and restores subtle lift and definition to the jawline, a treatment commonly referred to as the Nefertiti Lift.
Results patients notice:
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Softer, smoother-looking neck bands
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Improved jawline definition
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A more youthful neckline without surgery
Ideal candidates: Individuals with visible vertical cords in the neck, mild sagging, or early loss of jawline definition.
If you would like to learn more about the treatment and determine if you’re a candidate for the Nefertiti Neck Lift, we recommend booking a consultation at our Toronto clinic.
Treatment #3: Botox for a Gummy Smile
What is a gummy smile? A gummy smile occurs when the upper lip lifts too high when you smile, exposing more gum tissue than desired. This is usually due to overactive muscles in the upper lip, such as the levator labii superioris alaeque nasi.
How Botox helps: By injecting small amounts of Botox into the hyperactive muscles, we relax the upper lip lift. This creates a more balanced, natural smile that shows less gum.
Results patients notice:
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Less gum visibility when smiling
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A more confident, balanced smile
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Natural results (the smile still looks like you — just more proportional)
Ideal candidates: Individuals who feel self-conscious about excessive gum show when smiling.
Interested in Botox for a gummy smile? You can book an appointment at MD Skin Lab.
Treatment #4: The Lip Flip
What is a lip flip? A lip flip uses Botox to relax the orbicularis oris muscle around the mouth. This allows the upper lip to roll slightly outward, creating the appearance of a fuller lip without adding volume with filler.
How Botox helps: The treatment involves precise injections of Botox above the upper lip. As the muscle relaxes, the lip subtly “flips” outward, enhancing its shape.
Results patients notice:
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A slightly fuller-looking upper lip
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More visible lip when smiling
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A defined Cupid’s bow without filler
Ideal candidates: Individuals with a thin upper lip, those who want subtle lip enhancement, or anyone looking for a natural alternative to filler.
Interested in getting a lip flip in Toronto? We recommend booking your appointment at MD Skin Lab.
What Can Patients Expect During Lower Face Botox?
At our Toronto medical clinic, every Botox treatment begins with a consultation. Our physician injectors assess your anatomy, muscle movement, and overall facial balance before creating a customized plan.
The procedure itself:
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Quick, usually 10–20 minutes
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Minimal discomfort as we use ultra-fine needles
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No significant downtime; patients may notice mild redness or swelling that fades within hours
When results appear:
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Onset: 5 to 7 days
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Full effect: about 2 weeks
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Duration: 3 to 4 months
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Maintenance is always recommended
Is Lower Face Botox Preventative?
Yes, Botox can also be used preventatively in the lower face. Treating muscles like the DAO or platysma early helps reduce the strain they place on skin and soft tissue over time, delaying the development of deeper lines, sagging, and visible bands. To learn more about when to invest in preventative Botox, be sure to check our preventative Botox guide, written by our physicians.
Are There Risks or Side Effects?
When performed by experienced physician injectors, risks are minimal. Possible temporary side effects include:
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Mild bruising, redness, or swelling at injection sites
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Slight tenderness in the treated area
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Rarely, a temporary asymmetry that can be adjusted
At MD Skin Lab, our team utilizes advanced techniques and precise dosing to ensure safe and natural results.
Why Choose MD Skin Lab for Lower Face Botox in Toronto?
The lower face is a complex region, with numerous muscles interacting in small, delicate areas. That’s why it’s key to choose a physician-led Toronto medical clinic with injectors trained in advanced facial anatomy.
At MD Skin Lab, we offer:
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Physician injectors with extensive expertise
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Customized treatment plans for each and every patient
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Natural, balanced results that enhance your unique features
Book Your Lower Face Botox Treatment in Toronto
From softening a downturned mouth to smoothing neck bands or enhancing your smile, Botox can deliver subtle yet transformative improvements in the lower face and neck.
At MD Skin Lab, a physician-led Toronto medical clinic, our team is dedicated to helping you achieve a more confident look with results that appear natural and never overdone. Book your appointment with us – we can’t wait to meet you!