Gummy smiles
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In some people when they smile ,too much gum is showing . As a result their teeth looks shorter. People “with gummy smile” tends to be self- conscious about their unaesthetic smile and as result they are reluctant to smile
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What causes gummy smile?
There are a number of causes for gummy smile and the treatment for it will depends largely on the underlying causes.
The causes for gummy smile are
1) Excessive gum tissues
2) Protruding upper incisors
3) Worn-down teeth
4) Upper jaw sticking out.
How can I correct my gummy smile?
The treatment for gummy smile will depend largely on the underlying causes.
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Crown Lengthening
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In the patient on the left the gummy smile is due to excessive gum tissues. The gum is numbed with local anaesthetic and the excess gum tissues is removed . This minor procedure is quick and painless and gives good aesthetic results. With proper planning and treatment by our periodontist ( gum specialist ), the aesthetic results should be long lasting . Of course ,periodic 6 months check up and maintenance is important.
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Orthodontics or Braces
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For the patient on the left the underlying cause is due to the upper front teeth set too far forward . Braces by our specialist orthodontist, is the best option to push the protruding teeth back to its normal position. One the protruding teeth is corrected, the gummy smile will be much less prominent as the upper lip can close better.
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Dental veneers and dental crowns.
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For the patient on the left, the gummy smile is due to worn down teeth as a result of excessive wear. By increasing the length of the worn-down incisors with dental veneers or dental crowns, the gummy smile will be less prominent . In such cases, gum contouring is not necessary at all
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Jaw Surgery
If the gummy smile is due to the upper jaw being too prominent, than jaw surgery by our oral maxillofacial surgeon, will improve not only the gummy smile, but also the facial profile.
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When I smile I can see my gum is it considered ugly?
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Its quite common to show some gum on smiling. This is especially so for Asians as they tends to have a shorter lip. Generally as long as the teeth are straight, of regular proportion and white, an aesthetic smile is still possible. Of course, the gums must be clean and healthy as they are completely visible.
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What a kind of dental specialist should I look for to treat my gummy smile ?
Our team of cosmetic dentists, will carry a thorough assessment of your gummy smile condition and the appropriate dental specialist will assign to manage your case.
Some guide lines for gummy smile treatment:
Removing of excess gums : treatment will be done by the periodontist or gum specialist.
Increasing the length of incisors with dental veneers or crowns. : The treatment will be done by our prosthodontist.
To push back protruding teeth with braces : The treatment will be done by our orthodontist ( specialist in braces )
To reset upper prominent Jaw : The treatment will be done by our oral maxillofacial surgeon in conjunction with our orthodontist
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