gummy smile

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dundeechick
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gummy smile

#1 Post by dundeechick »

does anyone know if braces can reduce a gummy smile?

UGHBRACES
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#2 Post by UGHBRACES »

I think the primary treatment for this is gum contouring.

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#3 Post by drrick »

If the upper front teeth are over-erupted then as braces intrude the teeth the gums will move with them reducing the gummy smile. If it is the entire arch then usually a sugical case
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