Correction of the gummy smile
from 449 PLN

A beautiful smile is a harmonious smile with the right proportions between teeth, gums and lips. Removal of the so-called Gummy Smile will allow you to enjoy a neat smile without protruding gums. In this way, you will emphasize the nice shape of your teeth and improve the aesthetics of the entire face. At the same time, you will facilitate your oral hygiene and will be more willing to express positive emotions.

What is Gummy Smile?

According to the definition adopted by dentists, we deal with a gummy smile when the visible part of the gums when smiling is more than 3 millimeters. Excessively exposed gums give the impression that the teeth are smaller, and this spoils the aesthetics of not only the smile, but the entire face.

It is estimated that gummy smile affects up to 12% of the population. Gummy Smile is more likely to keep women awake at night, often taking away the joy of spontaneous expression of emotions. Celebrities such as Gwen Stefani, Nicole Kidman and Kate Beckinsale also faced this defect.

In addition to aesthetic considerations, people who struggle with Gummy Smile also often complain of problems with maintaining proper hygiene. High gums can sometimes make it difficult to remove food particles, which in turn promotes inflammation.

What are the causes of a gummy smile?

The cause of a gummy smile may be genetic conditions (such as excessive growth of the jaw bone), overactive facial muscles or malocclusion. In the latter case, the way to improve the aesthetics of a smile is to straighten the teeth.

When choosing a treatment method, determining the cause of Gummy Smile remains a key consideration. Here, reliable diagnostics, available in our clinic, come to the rescue. The doctor must exclude orthodontic defect, assess the symmetry of the face and mouth, and the condition of the teeth and gums. The next items on the diagnostic list are intraoral scanning and X-ray.

Effective ways to get rid of a gummy smile

Orthodontic treatment as an antidote to Gummy Smile

Orthodontic treatment is a process that allows you to obtain permanent results, and in the Corten Dental Elite range you will find a wide selection of modern dental braces s. The gingival smile correction using the braces is especially effective for children.

Aesthetic crown lengthening

Surgical treatment turns out to be very effective in the fight against gummy smile in adults. For this purpose, dentists often decide to surgically lengthen the crowns while removing excess gums. The standard in this case is local anesthesia, thanks to which the patient undergoes painless treatment. Surgical correction of the gummy smile can be performed with the use of a laser – the procedure is recommended by dentists due to its high precision and safety.