Gummy Smile

Enhance Your Smile With Professional Gummy Smile Correction

Why Choose Gummy Smile

A gummy smile can occur for several reasons, including excessive gum tissue, short teeth, hyperactive upper lip muscles, or jaw development differences. When too much gum tissue is visible, it may make the teeth appear small or uneven, affecting overall smile aesthetics.

 

Treating a gummy smile helps improve the proportions between the teeth, gums, and lips. By reshaping the gum line or adjusting the position of the upper lip, dentists can create a more balanced and natural-looking smile.

 

Modern treatments are minimally invasive and designed to provide long-lasting cosmetic improvements while preserving the health of the teeth and gums.

What to Expect During Treatment

The treatment approach depends on the underlying cause of the gummy smile. In many cases, dentists use laser gum contouring to gently reshape the gum line and expose more of the natural tooth structure.

 

The procedure is typically quick and performed under local anesthesia to ensure patient comfort. Laser technology allows precise gum reshaping with minimal bleeding and faster healing.

 

In some cases, other treatments such as Botox injections, orthodontics, or minor surgical procedures may be recommended to correct the smile line and improve the harmony between the lips, gums, and teeth.

 

Most patients experience noticeable improvements in their smile appearance shortly after treatment.

Dr. Sally Awaida
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Dr. Sally Awaida
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FAQ

Answers to common questions about our services, care approach, and appointments.

What is a gummy smile?

A gummy smile is a condition where a large portion of the gums is visible when a person smiles.

It may be caused by excessive gum tissue, small teeth, an overactive upper lip, or jaw development differences.

Yes. Several treatments are available including laser gum contouring, Botox injections, orthodontics, and minor surgical procedures.

Most treatments are minimally invasive and performed under local anesthesia, making the procedure comfortable.

Many treatments such as laser gum contouring can be completed within 30–60 minutes.

Laser gum contouring results are typically permanent, although some treatments like Botox may require maintenance sessions.

Yes. The goal of treatment is to create a natural balance between the gums, teeth, and lips.

Recovery is usually quick. Most patients return to normal activities within a day or two.

Anyone who feels that excessive gum visibility affects their smile appearance may benefit from a professional evaluation.

Yes. Many patients report increased confidence and satisfaction with their smile after treatment

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