Sometimes straightening your teeth isn’t quite enough to show them off confidently. Having a smile that shows a lot of gums can make people feel uncomfortable or insecure, causing them not to show their teeth with confidence. This is known as a gummy smile, gummy teeth or gingival smile and, although many people have it, few know that it can be corrected. The gummy smile occurs in people who have disproportionately more gums than teeth. In people with a gingival smile, an excess of gum is seen when they smile, making the teeth appear smaller. The causes can be very diverse and can be affected by different factors. Some of the most common ones are: Altered passive eruption: Irregularities occur when the teeth grow in or “erupt” and the dental crown is covered by the gum. When this is the cause of the gummy smile, the teeth are short and square. Long jaw: This occurs in patients with vertical overgrowth of the upper jaw. Generally, it will also cause a malocclusion, or problem with the bite. Induced gingiva: this is caused by plaque buildup or certain drugs cause an enlargement of the gum. Short or highly mobile upper lip: this occurs in cases in which the upper lip is short or moves excessively upward, excessively exposing more of the gums. Low dental position: this is when the upper incisors “over erupt” because they have no contact with the lower ones. Now that we’ve gone over the causes of the gummy smile, there are different gum smile treatments that can be used to fix a gummy smile depending on its origin. An accurate diagnosis of the gummy smile is important to choose the most appropriate correction option for each case. Dr. Deepak Kamalanathan, one of the leading prosthodontists in Chennai, brings years of experience in advanced dental care to his flourishing practice at Apple Dental. He is well-versed on advanced dental technologies. Services provided by the doctor include Zirconia, DMLS and PFM Crowns, Implant Prosthesis, Full Mouth Oral Rehabilitation, Veneers, BPS Dentures Fixing, Smile Design, Implant Retained Dentures etc. With highly trained dental team and state-of-the-art facilities, he is passionate about bringing high quality dental care to his patients at affordable costs. Want to make an informed decision about your dental treatment? Visit us @Apple Dental for a consultation where our dental experts can provide recommendations based on your medical history and clinical assessment to help you choose the most effective treatment option. Don’t wait any longer to achieve your perfect smile. Let us help you restore your confidence and improve your oral health. From routine check-ups to complex procedures, our team of dental experts at Apple Dental have got you covered. Schedule your consultation today!