Don't Hide Your Unhealthy Smile - Improve It Instead

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Don't Hide Your Unhealthy Smile - Improve It Instead

After spending years with gum disease, I can honestly tell you that I absolutely love my smile now. I spent so much time hiding my gum disease from other people. No matter who I met, I simply refused to smile. I lost so many chances to make new friends - people I could hang out with, or even talk to after work. But after sitting down and really talking to my dentist, I decided to take control of my dental health. My dentist offered real advice on how to take better care of my mouth. As of right now, my gums are the healthiest they've ever been. I hope that this blog gives you the strength and courage to take control of your dental health as well. I believe that your smile opens doors to new opportunities in life. You just need to be brave enough to take them.

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3 Ways To Remedy A "Gummy" Smile

Your smile is often the first thing that people notice, so you want to ensure your smile is making a good impression. If you feel that your smile is a bit "gummy" (meaning that your gum line is lower than the average), there are some options available to correct the problem.

Here are 3 ways a cosmetic dentist can help you rectify a gummy smile.

1. Gum Contouring Surgery

An uneven gum line can be caused by many things, like prescription drug use or genetics. If your gum line is too low, it can give your smile that "gummy" appearance you are trying to avoid. Investing in gum surgery could be the best way to get rid of excessive gum tissue.

During a gum contouring surgery, a skilled cosmetic dentist will create a new gum line by utilizing a scalpel, laser, or radiosurgery to remove any unwanted gum tissue. The procedure is fairly simple, with most patients reporting only mild swelling and pain during recovery.

2. Porcelain Veneers

Sometimes your smile looks "gummy" because your teeth are not in proportion with your gum line. When your teeth are shorter than the average, investing in porcelain veneers can be a great solution. These dental products fit snugly over your existing teeth, and can be used to add the length needed to balance out your gum line.

There are many types of veneers a cosmetic dentist can use to help correct your smile, including stacked ceramic veneers (which can be easily customized for each patient) and lithium disilicate veneers (which are incredibly strong).

3. Botox Injections

While most people associate Botox with the removal of fine lines and wrinkles, these injections can actually be an effective way to treat a gummy smile. Patients who suffer from hyperactive muscles in their upper lip are often plagued with a "gummy" smile.

A few Botox injections to paralyze these muscles allows the upper lip to drape over the teeth properly, eliminating the visible gum line when a patient smiles. At an average cost of $300 (compared with the $15,000 to $20,000 that might be spent on surgery to correct hyperactive muscles), most patients feel Botox is an affordable solution.

With so many solutions available to you, there is no reason for you to lose your confidence due to a "gummy" smile. Talk to your cosmetic dentist to determine which approach is best suited to correct your smile in the future.


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