Treatment Options for Gummy Smiles

If you notice that too much gum tissue is exposed whenever you smile, you should consider seeing a dentist to get a gummy smile treatment. Most of the time, a gummy smile is not a health concern, but it can seriously hamper the overall aesthetics of your smile. Having an attractive smile relies on a well-balanced tooth-to-gum ratio, and when the gums overpower that ratio, your appearance can suffer.

 

Some of the treatments available to you include:

 

• Laser treatments

• Surgical lip repositioning

• Maxillofacial surgery

• Surgical sculpting of the gingival tissues

• Orthodontics

 

The best treatment for you will ultimately depend on what exactly is causing the gummy smile. Sometimes a gummy smile is the result of the upper lip pulling back too far whenever the patient smile. Repositioning the lip can help it only show the amount of gum tissue you want.

 

Gummy smiles can also be the result of an abnormal eruption of the teeth. When teeth are out of place and need to be straightened out, you can see an orthodontist who can give you the treatment you need. You can begin your journey by scheduling a dental examination with your dentist for a comprehensive evaluation of your oral health.