Dental Treatment in Bellandur, Bangalore A smile is a curve that sets everything straight. A good set of teeth gives a confident smile. A smile looks most attractive if the complete length of the teeth is seen with 1–2mm of gum display. But when an excessive amount of gum is displayed on talking or smiling it may look unaesthetic. This excessive gingival display on smiling is called a Gummy Smile. Causes: 1. Short upper lip 2. Vertical maxillary excess 3. Hyperfunction of Upper lip musculature 4. Small teeth Treatment: Treatment of Gummy Smile depends on the cause for the same. 1. Cosmetic surgery: Some people have an upturned nose or a short upper lip exposing a lot of gums on smiling. In these patients, a surgical technique called “lip lengthening procedure” can be undertaken. It is a safe and minor surgical procedure. However, the results may not be long-lasting and there are high chances of relapse. That’s the reason why it is not a...