Gummy smile treatment can restore the balance between the teeth and the gums when there is excess gum present when you smile.

A cosmetic treatment, or gummy smile procedure, can be the self-esteem-boosting treatment you might need to feel content and confident with your smile.

Introduction to Gummy Smiles

Results: It depends on the severity of the gum show.
Treatment time: Variable (Depending on the treatment used).
Purpose: To restore a pleasing gum and tooth ratio.
Process: Gum sculpting/teeth lengthening/lip enhancement/muscle relaxant treatment.
Anaesthetic: Yes (Not for muscle relaxant treatment).
Cost: From £250

Benefits

Reduce the amount of gum showing whilst smiling.

Restores the ratio between your gums and teeth.

Removes excess gum tissue.

Reverses the appearance of short-looking teeth due to excess gum.

Increase your confidence in smiling.

Gummy smiles treatment: How it works

There are several methods we can employ to redress the balance between your teeth and gums.

If your teeth appear short due to excess gum tissue, we will use methods that focus on reducing the extra gum tissue. If your front teeth are particularly short, we can use composite bonding or ceramics to reshape and lengthen your teeth. In cases where the upper lips rise more than desired levels, exposing gum tissue and relaxing muscle treatment can reduce the pull of the lip muscle.

Your dentist will examine how your teeth and gums sit together, the thickness of your gum tissue, and how it overlaps your teeth. The appropriate procedure will then be identified.

1. How long do the effects of gummy smile treatment last?

The results will depend on which procedure you undergo:

Gum Contouring: Long-term results as excess gum tissue is removed. However, overzealous brushing can cause the gum to recede further.
Teeth lengthening: Composite bonding extends the length of your teeth and lasts for 4-7 years.
Lip enhancement: Neurotoxin/muscle relaxant treatment can restrict the mobility of the lip muscle so that less gum is shown when you smile. This creates a more aesthetic ratio of gum and teeth on show.

2. Do I need treatment for a gummy smile?

A gummy smile isn’t a health issue. However, if you are unhappy with your smile aesthetics due to excess gum show, treatment can make a significant difference to your self-esteem.

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