Gummy Smile
Too much gum showing above your teeth when you smile.
Understanding Gummy Smile
A gummy smile is when a larger-than-usual band of gum shows above the teeth as you smile. It is a matter of proportion rather than health — the teeth can look short even when they are a perfectly normal size. The cause might be the way the teeth erupted, an active upper lip, extra gum tissue or the shape of the jaw. Our team reshapes the gum line and rebalances the smile with gentle gum contouring, crown lengthening or smile designing, so more of your teeth show and the whole smile looks even and confident.
The signs, and what’s behind them
Recognising gummy smile early — and understanding why it happens — is what lets us treat the cause, not just the surface.
Signs & symptoms
- A wide band of gum on show when smiling
- Teeth that look short or small
- An uneven gum line
- Feeling reluctant to smile fully
Common causes
- Teeth that erupted without fully clearing the gum
- A short or very active (hypertonic) upper lip
- Overgrowth of the gum tissue
- Excess growth of the upper jaw bone
How we treat it
Dr. Khushbu Patel tailors the right treatment to your case — here are the options we most often use for gummy smile.
Not sure which option is right for you? A quick consultation with Dr. Khushbu Patel clears it up — honest advice, no pressure, and a clear plan for your gummy smile.
Frequently asked questions
Worried about gummy smile?
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