Gummy Smile Treatment in Glendale, CA 91202
A “gummy smile” occurs when excess gum tissue shows while smiling, making the teeth look shorter or uneven. At Aghbashian Dental Corp Office, we offer precise and comfortable gummy smile treatment in Glendale, CA 91202, helping you achieve a more balanced, natural, and confident smile.
Using advanced soft-tissue shaping techniques, we gently recontour the gumline to enhance the proportions of your teeth and harmonize your smile with your facial features.
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What Is a Gummy Smile?
A gummy smile is a cosmetic condition where more gum tissue than normal is visible when you smile. This can be caused by:
- Excess gum tissue covering the teeth
- Short or worn teeth
- High lip mobility when smiling
- Genetics or natural growth patterns
- Abnormal tooth eruption
- Excess bone around the teeth
Although a gummy smile is usually not harmful, many patients feel it affects the attractiveness of their smile. Gummy smile treatment can create a more refined, proportional, and youthful appearance.
Why You Might Need Gummy Smile Treatment
When too much gum tissue is visible, your teeth may look:
- Short or square
- Uneven in height
- Hidden beneath excess tissue
- Less bright or less defined
This can impact confidence, speech, and how you feel about smiling. Treatment helps:
- Improve smile symmetry
- Enhance tooth shape and visibility
- Increase confidence in social settings
- Provide a more harmonious balance between lips, teeth, and gums
Gummy smile treatment is a fast, comfortable way to dramatically improve smile aesthetics.
Gum Contouring vs. Botox for a Gummy Smile
Not every gummy smile has the same cause, which means not every gummy smile needs the same treatment. Gum contouring physically reshapes excess gum tissue and is a permanent solution, best when the cause is excess gum tissue, short teeth, or excess bone. Botox, by contrast, temporarily relaxes the lip muscle that pulls too high when smiling, and is best when the cause is high lip mobility rather than excess gum tissue.
- Gum Contouring: Permanent, addresses the actual gum tissue, performed by your dentist.
- Botox: Temporary (typically 3 to 4 months), addresses lip movement only, does not change gum tissue.
During your smile design assessment, Dr. Aghbashian will help determine the actual cause of your gummy smile so you pursue the treatment that will actually fix it, not just mask the symptom.
Our Gummy Smile Treatment Options
We tailor every treatment to the cause of your gummy smile, ensuring the results look natural and balanced.
1. Gum Contouring (Gingival Recontouring)
This is the most common procedure. Using precise techniques, we remove excess gum tissue and reshape the gumline to expose more of your natural tooth structure. The treatment is quick, minimally invasive, and offers instant cosmetic improvement.
2. Crown Lengthening
If the teeth appear short because gum or bone tissue is too high, crown lengthening helps expose more of the natural tooth. It creates an ideal foundation for a balanced smile and can also support future cosmetic work such as veneers or dental crowns.
3. Treatment of Excess Eruption or Gum Overgrowth
For patients with enlarged gums or naturally excessive gum display, we reshape and lift the gums to create a cleaner, more uniform look.
4. Smile Design Assessment
Your lip line, tooth structure, gum levels, and facial proportions are analyzed to determine the best cosmetic improvement for long-term esthetics.
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Average Gummy Smile Treatment Cost in Glendale, CA
- Single Tooth Contouring: $100 – $350 per tooth
- Full Smile Line Contouring (front teeth): $1,000 – $3,000
- Combined with Crown Lengthening: Can range up to $5,000 depending on complexity
Cost depends on how many teeth are involved and whether crown lengthening or additional restorative work is needed. Because gummy smile treatment is typically considered cosmetic, it is usually not covered by dental insurance, though procedures tied to periodontal health or crown/veneer preparation may qualify for partial coverage. We'll provide an exact quote and discuss coverage after your smile design assessment.
Why Patients Choose Aghbashian Dental for Gummy Smile Treatment
Decades of Experience & Modern Diagnostics
Dr. Aghbashian and our team bring advanced clinical expertise, supported by state-of-the-art imaging and preventive technology.
Natural, Beautiful Results
We focus on creating symmetry and balance, ensuring the final outcome enhances your unique smile.
Comfort-Focused Techniques
Treatments are designed to be minimally invasive with gentle care and quick recovery.
Advanced Gum Recontouring Expertise
Dr. Aghbashian’s precision and aesthetic understanding ensure that your gums and teeth blend beautifully.
Customized Solutions
Every gummy smile has a different cause — we tailor treatment to achieve the best possible esthetic outcome.
Trusted Care in Glendale, CA 91202
Our office has years of experience creating confident smiles for patients throughout Glendale.
FAQs
Q: Is gummy smile treatment painful?
No. Local anesthesia ensures comfort, and most patients report only mild tenderness afterward.
Q: How long does the procedure take?
Most treatments are completed in a single visit and take about 30–60 minutes.
Q: Will my gums grow back?
Once excess gum tissue is removed properly, it typically does not return unless caused by certain medical conditions.
Q: Does it improve the appearance of short teeth?
Yes. By exposing more natural tooth structure, your smile looks brighter, more proportionate, and more symmetrical.
Q: Is gummy smile treatment permanent?
In most cases, yes — the results are long-lasting with proper oral care.
Q: How much does gummy smile treatment cost?
Cost depends on how many teeth are involved and whether crown lengthening is also needed. Single tooth contouring typically starts around $100, while full smile line treatment typically ranges from $1,000 to $3,000. We'll give you an exact quote after your consultation.
Q: Is gum contouring or Botox better for a gummy smile?
It depends on the cause. Gum contouring is a permanent solution for excess gum tissue, while Botox is a temporary option that addresses an overactive lip muscle. We'll help determine the actual cause of your gummy smile before recommending treatment.
Serving Glendale, CA 91202 & Surrounding Areas
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If you’re ready to achieve a more balanced, confident smile, our expert team can help with advanced gummy smile treatment in Glendale, CA 91202.
Aghbashian Dental Corp
1000 N Central Ave #130,
Glendale, CA 91202
