Gummy Smile

A gummy smile is a common dental concern where an excessive amount of gum tissue is visible when a person smiles. This condition can make the teeth appear shorter than they actually are, affecting the overall aesthetics of the smile. Gummy smiles can be caused by various factors, including genetics, abnormal tooth eruption, or jaw positioning. Fortunately, there are effective treatments available to address gummy smiles and restore confidence. Botox/Dysport injections are a minimally invasive temporary option. Permanent options include orthodontic treatment, gum recontouring, and veneers. Our skilled dental team can tailor a personalised solution to achieve a beautifully balanced smile and boost self-assurance.

One popular treatment is Botox/Dysport injections: a minimally invasive option that relaxes the hyperactive upper lip muscles, reducing gum exposure and enhancing the balance of your smile. This simple procedure delivers noticeable results with virtually no downtime.

For those seeking a more permanent solution, gum contouring is an excellent option. This surgical procedure carefully sculpts excess gum tissue, revealing more of your natural teeth and creating a beautifully proportioned smile. In some cases, orthodontic treatments can also correct gummy smiles by repositioning the teeth and adjusting the jaw.

Veneers in conjunction with gum contouring can instantly change a gummy smile while also enhancing the look of the teeth.

Orthodontics offers an effective solution for fixing a gummy smile. By carefully repositioning the teeth and adjusting the jaw alignment, orthodontic treatments can harmonise the relationship between the gums, teeth, and lips. As the teeth are moved into their proper positions, excessive gum display is reduced, resulting in a more balanced and aesthetically pleasing smile. Whether through braces or clear aligners (Invisalign), orthodontics addresses the underlying causes of a gummy smile, creating a beautifully proportioned and confident smile. Our skilled orthodontic team are dedicated to tailoring personalised treatment plans to achieve outstanding results that gives you the confidence to smile.

Facial injections, such as Botox/Dysport, provide a non-surgical solution to fix a gummy smile. Strategically injecting small amounts of muscle relaxant product into the upper lip muscles will relax their hyperactivity, reducing gum exposure when smiling. This subtle adjustment creates a more balanced and aesthetically pleasing smile, with less gum visibility.

The procedure is quick, virtually painless, and requires no downtime. Results typically last for several months, making it an effective and temporary option to address a gummy smile. To find out what sort of results you could get with facial injections to fix your gummy smile book a consultation with our dentist online or by phone.