Many patients come to London Bridge Dental Practice without any problems with their teeth, but they are unhappy with they way their gums look. Sometimes too much gum can show when you smile or gum line can appear uneven. This is commonly known as a “gummy smile”.
Cosmetic gum contouring is a relatively straightforward procedure, which involves trimming away the excessive gum tissue using a laser. Since the laser seals the blood vessels during this treatment, bleeding is kept to a minimum. The results are usually quite dramatic and many patients have commented that such a simple procedure can be life changing.
Lip repositioning surgery
An alternative way to treat a gummy smile is by lip repositioning surgery where the lip line is altered so that less gum tissue shows when you smile. This is also a relatively straightforward procedure that is usually completed in less than an hour.