Transform Your Smile with Gummy Smile Correction in Sugar Land
Are you self-conscious about showing too much gum when you smile? A gummy smile, also known as excessive gingival display, can affect your confidence and the overall aesthetics of your smile. At Fort Bend Periodontics & Implants, we specialize in gummy smile correction, providing personalized treatment options to help you achieve a balanced, confident smile.
What is a Gummy Smile?
A gummy smile occurs when an excessive amount of gum tissue is visible above the upper teeth when you smile. While a gummy smile is not typically a medical concern, it can affect your self-esteem and how you feel about your appearance. Fortunately, we offer a variety of treatment options for a gummy smile at Fort Bend Periodontics & Implants. Give us a call today to schedule a consultation.
Expert Solutions for Gummy Smile Correction
At Fort Bend Periodontics & Implants, we use advanced techniques to provide tailored solutions for correcting gummy smiles. Our services are designed to create harmony between your teeth, gums, and overall facial aesthetics.
Orthodontic Treatment for Gummy Smiles
If a gummy smile is caused by improper development of the teeth and jawbone, orthodontic treatment combined with surgical correction can effectively reshape your smile. This process involves:
Jaw Surgery (Orthognathic Surgery): A surgeon repositions and reshapes the upper jaw (maxillae) to create a balanced smile and reduce excessive gum display.
Orthodontic Devices: An orthodontist may use braces or aligners to shift teeth into their ideal positions. This can include adjusting the teeth’s alignment and lengthening the crowns to expose less gum tissue.
This comprehensive approach delivers dramatic, long-lasting improvements to both the aesthetics and functionality of the smile.
Gingivectomy
A gingivectomy is an effective treatment when excessive gum tissue is the primary cause of a gummy smile. During this procedure, we will surgically remove the overgrown or excess gum tissue that obscures the teeth. The gumline is reshaped to reveal more of the natural tooth structure and improve the smile’s proportion. Gingivectomy is a safe and commonly performed procedure with minimal downtime, allowing patients to enjoy a refined smile shortly after treatment.
Laser Gum Contouring
Laser gum contouring is a modern, minimally invasive solution for gummy smile correction. Using advanced laser technology, this procedure precisely removes excess gum tissue to achieve a well-balanced gumline. Laser gum contouring is relatively quick and painless, with a high rate of patient satisfaction, and recovery takes only a few days to a week.
