Gummy Smile Reduction
Many orthodontists encounter patients whose smile exposes too much of the gum lines, giving that person a “gummy smile”. This is caused by extra gum tissue Although braces are not used to fix this problem, the appearance of a gummy smile can be fixed by reshaping or removing the excess gums so that only the teeth show.
You’ll need to consult with your dentist first before decidingo n any treatment. You will probably get referred to a gum specialist or a periodontist who can do the gum tissue removal. The average cost depends on each doctor. Laser gum surgery is of course more expensive than traditional surgery.
Do not take certain medications like Diclatin as this makes the gum line look worse with time. Braces can also irritate the gums and give the patient a “gummy smile” that wasn’t there before the braces.