Gummy Smile Treatment in Fort Collins, CO
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Balance Your Smile with Personalized Gummy Smile Solutions
If your smile shows more gum than teeth, you may feel self-conscious even when you're happy and confident. At Ray Dental, we offer personalized gummy smile treatment to help create a more balanced and natural appearance by adjusting how your teeth and gums are proportioned when you smile.
Using a combination of modern cosmetic techniques and conservative treatments, we help patients throughout Fort Collins, Loveland, Windsor, Greeley, and Timnath achieve smiles that feel just as good as they look.
What Is a Gummy Smile?
A “gummy smile” refers to the appearance of excessive gum tissue when smiling, often making the teeth look short or hidden. While this condition is common and typically not harmful, many people choose to correct it for aesthetic reasons.
Common causes of a gummy smile include:
- Excess gum tissue covering part of the teeth
- A hyperactive upper lip that lifts too high when smiling
- Short or worn-down teeth
- Improper tooth eruption or jaw development
The right treatment option depends on the underlying cause, which we identify during your cosmetic consultation.
How We Treat Gummy Smiles
At Ray Dental, we offer several minimally invasive options to reshape your smile and improve its symmetry. Your customized treatment plan may include:
Cosmetic Gum Contouring
This procedure involves gently reshaping the gum line using advanced laser technology or precision instruments to remove excess gum tissue and expose more of the natural tooth structure.
- Performed in a single visit
- Minimal recovery time
- Immediate cosmetic improvement
Facial Pain Treatments (Xeomin)
For patients with a hyperactive upper lip, we may recommend Facial Pain Treatments such as Xeomin—an option similar to Botox. This treatment relaxes the upper lip muscles, reducing how much the gums show when you smile.
- Quick, in-office procedure
- No downtime
- Results last several months and can be repeated as needed
Smile Design Integration
For more comprehensive changes, gummy smile treatment can be combined with veneers, bonding, or teeth whitening as part of a full smile makeover.
Each case is carefully planned and performed by Dr. Veronica Ray, whose experience in cosmetic and restorative dentistry ensures both aesthetic results and overall oral health.
Is Gummy Smile Treatment Right for You?
You may be a good candidate if you:
- Feel your gums dominate your smile
- Avoid smiling in photos or social settings
- Have healthy teeth and gums
- Want a minimally invasive cosmetic enhancement
- Are interested in improving overall facial balance
Before moving forward, we’ll complete a full evaluation to confirm the cause of your gummy smile and recommend the most effective solution.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Does gummy smile treatment hurt?
Most treatments are minimally invasive and require little to no downtime. Local anesthesia is used when needed, and post-treatment discomfort is typically mild.
How long do results last?
Laser gum contouring and other reshaping techniques provide permanent results. Facial Pain Treatments like Xeomin offer temporary improvements that last 3–6 months on average.
Will my teeth look longer after treatment?
Yes. By removing excess gum tissue, more of your natural tooth structure is revealed, creating a longer, more proportionate appearance.
Is the treatment safe?
Absolutely. Gummy smile treatments are safe and effective when performed by a skilled cosmetic dentist. We’ll always prioritize your health and comfort at every step.
Can this be part of a full smile makeover?
Yes. Gummy smile correction can be combined with other cosmetic treatments to create a more dramatic and comprehensive transformation.
Still have questions?
Reveal a Smile You Love
If a gummy smile has kept you from sharing your joy, we’re here to help you regain your confidence with safe, tailored cosmetic solutions. At Ray Dental, your comfort, vision, and results always come first.
Call (970) 206-0045 or schedule your consultation online to explore your options for gummy smile treatment in Fort Collins.
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