Do you show a little too much gum when you smile?
A ‘gummy smile’ is when too much of the gingival (gum) tissue shows when you smile. Sometimes, although the teeth may be the correct length, they can appear short as there is excessive gum tissue growing down the tooth, causing a low and uneven gum line which results in a ‘gummy’ smile.
Although this is not harmful and is actually quite common, patients often feel their appearance is not cosmetically pleasing and it can be embarrassing and knock their confidence.
Our patients continue to enjoy the consistent and reliable results that home whitening offers.
During your initial visit to our Madhav Dental Care, our team will explain to you that the ultimate goal is to achieve the optimum level of natural whiteness for your looks and complexion, however, it is important to note that home whitening is designed to whiten the natural tooth structure alone. If you have crowns or veneers your treatment will be assessed on an individual basis to ensure that we create a treatment plan that fully meets your needs.
If you are conscious about stained, darkened, or discolored teeth, why not give us a call to book your consultation today at our Madhav Dental Care.
Why Do I Have a Gummy Smile?
There are many reasons why patients may have a gummy smile
Child development : During early development there can be signs that a gummy smile may be developing, of which, braces could be used to potentially stop this from happening
Abnormal erupting teeth: Teeth can sometimes erupt abnormally which can cause more of a gummy smile
How Do You Treat A Gummy Smile?
There are several solutions available to successfully treat a gummy smile:
Gum Contouring :
- We use gum contouring techniques to take away your excess gum and improve the look of any uneven gum lines or gummy smiles. It really depends on how much excess gum shows as to which type of treatment is most suitable for you.
Child development :
- This treatment is particularly effective for younger patients in order to help prevent gummy smiles
Anti-ageing treatment :
- We can use muscle relaxing therapy to the muscles in the lip area, causing it to drop and mask the excess gum tissue.
Each of these treatments, known as crown lengthening procedures, can reduce the amount of visible gum tissue to make your teeth more visible when you smile. If you’re looking for a solution to your gummy smile, contact the team at our clinic to book your consultation. Gummy smile correction increases your comfort and boosts your confidence when you smile, eat and speak. You’re only one step away from the smile you’ve always wanted