If the gums are too prominent when smiling, it is called a “Gumy Smile”. The intensive appearance of the gums when smiling is a situation that the person does not want for aesthetic reasons. As an example of the gumy smile, the late Kemal Sunal can be taken.

Why does the Gummy Smile occur?

• People whose upper jaw bones are genetically too high or too wide
• For excessively growing gums
• Smile with lips curved inwards
• In cases of active lip muscles
• Short tooth structure
• The effect of the nose on the shape of the lips

If the gums protrude more than they should when smiling, the teeth appear smaller. For patients who are uncomfortable with this situation, aesthetic dentists have developed various treatments over the years. In order to treat Gumy Smile, it is first necessary to investigate the cause. There are several methods in the treatment of Gummy Smile. Treatment with laser therapy and, if necessary, surgical intervention is applied. If necessary, these treatments can also be applied in combination.