What can I do about my short teeth or gummy smile?

It is important to determine the reason for the short teeth or gummy smile, but in many cases, the teeth can be lengthened or some of the excess gum tissue can be removed to expose the full tooth using an esthetic crown lengthening procedure. This is often done to improve your smile, but sometimes the excess gum tissue can hide periodontal pockets that lead to bone loss. A periodontist can determine the reason for the short teeth or excess gums and determine if you have periodontal pockets. They can also recommend treatment options to make your teeth longer or reduce the amount of gums that show in your smile.

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