Gummy Smiles In Essendon

Gummy Smile Treatment at Our Melbourne Clinic

A gummy smile can make teeth appear shorter or uneven, even when they’re perfectly healthy. At our Essendon clinic, we reshape and refine the gum line to reveal more of your natural teeth and create a cleaner, more balanced smile.
Every gummy smile treatment plan is personalised around your facial features and goals, and most patients see the difference right away, along with a noticeable lift in confidence.

What Is a Gum Lift/ Gingivectomy?

A gum lift, also known as a gingivectomy, is a cosmetic procedure where we remove a small amount of excess gum tissue and reshape the gum line. The goal is to create better proportions between your gums and teeth, so everything looks more natural and clean.

Causes of gummy smiles 

A gummy smile can develop for a few different reasons, including:

• Strong upper lip muscles that lift higher when you smile
• An upper jaw that sits lower or forward
• A shorter upper lip that exposes more gum
• Teeth that have erupted lower than normal or have worn down over time
• Extra gum tissue covering a healthy tooth surface

Once we know what’s contributing to your gummy smile, we can create a treatment plan targeting the source.

Treatments for gummy smiles 

There’s no single fix for a gummy smile. The right gummy smile treatment in Melbourne will vary based on the cause and the result you want.

At our Essendon dental clinic, we offer several options that can be used alone or combined for a longer-lasting result.

Gum Lift

A gum lift focuses on reshaping excess gum tissue to create a cleaner, more balanced gum line. It’s a minor gum smile treatment in Melbourne designed to expose more of your natural tooth surface and improve the look of your smile.

Laser Gingivectomy

We use laser technology to remove excess gum and smooth the gum line. You get instant improvement with minimal downtime.
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Facial Injectables

Injectables can help relax the upper lip muscles, so less gum shows when you smile. It’s quick, temporary, and lasts around six months.
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Jaw Surgery

If the position of your jaw is what’s causing the gum to show, we may recommend surgery. It’s a more involved option, but for the right candidate, it delivers lasting change. We only suggest it after a detailed consultation, and we’ll support you every step of the way.

Veneers

Veneers can make shorter or worn-down teeth appear longer and more in proportion to your gums. It’s a cosmetic solution with a big visual impact, and it pairs well with a gum lift when needed.
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If you want to learn more about gum care in general, please visit our page on Periodontal Gum Care.

Jaw Surgery

Recovery is longer and more structured. We’ll guide you through every step, including diet stages, follow-up appointments, and progress checks.

Are There Risks?

Like any dental procedure, mild sensitivity or tenderness may occur afterward. Infection or uneven healing is uncommon and can usually be avoided with proper care. We’ll explain the instructions clearly to make sure you feel confident throughout.

Take the Next Step Toward a Confident Smile

Book a consultation with our team and find out if gum lift or gingivectomy is right for you. We’ll walk you through your options and what kind of results you can expect based on your gums, teeth, and smile goals.
Call 9379 1893 or book online to schedule your appointment at our Melbourne clinic.

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