How Can Gummy Smiles be Corrected?

If an excessive amount of gum tissue is making you apprehensive to smile in public, you might be wondering how to fix a gummy smile. There are several different treatment options that our dentist offers, and the best one for you will depend upon exactly what is causing your gummy smile. Our expert has seen his fair share of gummy smiles, so we are bound to have the perfect treatment for you.

 

Gum contouring, also known as crown lengthening, can be used if your gummy smile is the result of too much gum tissue being exposed. This procedure will begin with our dentist numbing the affected area and then trimming away the excess tissue. The remaining gums will be contoured into a more cosmetically appealing appearance.

 

Some gummy smiles are the result of the upper lip pulling back too far when you smile. This is the result of a hyperactive lip muscle, and our expert can perform a lip lowering procedure to move your lip down so not as much gum tissue is shown when you smile. We can give you the smile of your dreams, so if you are unsatisfied with your smile, contact our office today.