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Gummy smile treatment addresses excessive gingival display that occurs when smiling, where an unusually large portion of gum is visible above the top teeth, overshadowing their appearance. This condition can be due to various factors, including genetics, gum tissue overgrowth, or the way your upper lip moves. Thankfully, advancements in dental and cosmetic procedures offer effective solutions to enhance smile aesthetics by rebalancing the proportion of gums to teeth. These treatments not only improve the visual appeal of the smile but also boost confidence and self-esteem.
Removing excess gum tissue to reveal more of the teeth.
Adjusting the position of teeth if the gummy smile is due to their alignment.
Restricting the movement of the upper lip to reduce gum exposure.
Temporarily reducing the elevation of the upper lip during smiling.
Altering the jawbone in severe cases for long-term results.
Treating the gummy smile brings with it a lot of benefits, such as:
Although highly beneficial, there are some risks, such as:
Dentiva Clinic stands out for its comprehensive approach to gummy smile treatment, offering a range of cutting-edge options personalized to each patient's needs.
Our team of skilled professionals uses the latest technologies to ensure precise and effective results.
At Dentiva Clinic, patient comfort and satisfaction are our top priorities, guiding you through every step of the treatment process.
Our commitment to excellence and a track record of successful outcomes make us the preferred choice for transforming your smile.
A gummy smile is most often caused by excessive gum tissue covering the teeth. Other causes include short teeth, overactive upper lip, and vertical maxillary excess.
Surgical procedures like gum contouring tend to produce longer-lasting results. However, some recurrence of gum tissue over time may necessitate touch-ups. Non-surgical options like Botox require maintenance treatments.
An oral exam, dental records, and cosmetic evaluation by your dentist will determine if solely gum reshaping, orthodontics, jaw surgery, Botox, or a combination is optimal for treating your gummy smile.
Recovery time depends on the treatment. Surgical procedures have 1-2 weeks of initial healing. Botox requires no downtime. Orthognathic surgery may require several weeks of recovery.
Yes, Botox injections and specialized orthodontic treatment can reduce excessive gingival display without surgery in some cases. These options have no cutting or sutures.
Botox takes effect in 3-10 days and results typically last 3-6 months. Regular maintenance injections are needed to sustain the aesthetic improvement of a gummy smile with Botox.
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