A gummy smile is often something we can correct with a few different treatment options. There are several reasons why you may have a gummy smile and the treatment we use to correct it will depend on the cause.
Treatment options for a gummy smile
- Orthodontics - Such as Metallic Braces, Ceramic Braces or Invisalign
- Gum Contouring
- Facial Injectables - Such as botox, to bring your upper lip down
- Orthognathic Surgery - Jaw surgery
Face or Lip Related Causes
- Your top lip is short
- Your upper jaw bone is longer than average
- Your lip is overly mobile (it moves around easily)
In these cases your teeth and gums are normal in shape and size
Teeth and/or Gum Related Causes
- Your teeth are worn down, your teeth move down and the gums move down with the teeth
- Your teeth extended out more than average, bringing your gums down with them
- Your gums have overgrown from poor oral hygiene or mouth breathing