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Do you feel your smile shows an excessive amount of gum tissue, making your teeth appear short? This common aesthetic concern is known as a gummy smile. The great news is, can you fix a gummy smile? Absolutely. At Dentalays in Antalya, we offer advanced gummy smile correction procedures, including painless laser treatment, to create a more balanced and harmonious smile at a price you can afford.
This focuses on the most common in-clinic treatment: laser gum contouring.
Explore our gallery of real patient transformations to see how correcting a gummy smile dramatically enhances the entire face and smile.
The gummy smile correction price in Turkey depends entirely on the cause and the method used for correction. Laser gum contouring is the most common procedure performed in our clinic, while Botox offers a non-surgical alternative. Both are significantly more affordable than in the UK or USA.
Below is a general price comparison for the most common treatment options:
| Procedure Type | Turkey (Estimate €) | UK / Europe / USA (Estimate €) |
|---|---|---|
| Laser Gum Contouring (Gingivectomy) | €300 - €600 (per arch) | €1,500 - €3,500+ |
| Botox® Treatment (Non-Surgical) | €150 - €300 (per session) | €400 - €800+ |
Please note these are estimated starting prices. Orthodontic or surgical options have different cost structures. For a precise, all-inclusive quote, please request a free, personalized consultation.
A gummy smile (or "excessive gingival display") is an aesthetic term for a smile that reveals an excessive amount of gum tissue above the upper teeth. While there is no set definition, most people feel a smile is "gummy" if more than 3-4 millimeters of gum tissue are visible.
A gummy smile is not a medical problem, but it can cause self-consciousness. It can be caused by several different factors:
The correct gummy smile treatment depends entirely on its cause. At Dentalays, we diagnose the source of the issue before recommending a solution.
What it is: This is the most common treatment and is identical to our Gum Contouring procedure. If your gummy smile is caused by excess gum tissue covering your teeth, we use a precise dental laser to gently remove this excess tissue and sculpt a new, higher gum line.
Best for: Patients whose teeth are the correct length but look short.
What it is: This is the best way to correct a gummy smile without surgery if the cause is a hyperactive lip. A small, strategic injection of Botox® (botulinum toxin) relaxes the elevator muscles of the upper lip.
How it works: This prevents the lip from pulling up as high when you smile, keeping the gums covered. The result is a more balanced smile, and the procedure takes only 10 minutes.
Best for: Patients with a "hyperactive" or short-looking upper lip. The results are temporary (lasting 4-6 months).
What it is: Sometimes, a gummy smile is caused by the teeth erupting too far downward. Gummy smile correction with braces or aligners can be used to intrude (push) these teeth back up into the jawbone, taking the gums with them.
Best for: Patients whose gummy smile is caused by the position of their teeth.
What it is: For severe cases caused by a hyperactive lip or a long upper jaw, surgical options are available. Lip repositioning surgically lowers the lip, while orthognathic (jaw) surgery shortens the upper jaw itself. These are more complex procedures performed by an oral & maxillofacial surgeon.
Best for: Complex skeletal or severe muscular cases.
This focuses on the primary in-clinic treatment (laser contouring):
| Benefits | Drawbacks |
|---|---|
| Instant Results: You see a difference immediately. | Only Treats Gum Tissue: Cannot fix issues caused by the lip or jaw. |
| Permanent Solution: The gum tissue does not grow back. | Irreversible: The tissue is permanently removed, so planning is key. |
| Painless & Quick: Done in under an hour with local anaesthesia. | Temporary Sensitivity: Gums may be slightly tender for a few days. |
| Minimal Healing: Laser technology means no stitches and fast recovery. | Not for Everyone: Only suitable if the cause is excess gum tissue. |
| Boosts Confidence: Solves the core aesthetic issue of "short teeth." |
Candidacy depends on the cause:
You are a perfect candidate for Laser Gum Contouring if:
You are a good candidate for Botox® if:
You are a good candidate for Orthodontics if:
Yes, absolutely. Depending on the cause, it can be fixed with laser gum contouring, Botox, orthodontics, or minor surgery.
The cost varies by method. Laser gum contouring (the most common) typically costs €300 - €600. Botox is often cheaper per session (€150 - €300) but must be repeated.
For a gummy smile correction without surgery, your best options are Botox® (to relax a hyperactive lip) or orthodontics (braces/aligners, if the cause is tooth position).
No. The procedure is done under local anaesthesia, so you feel nothing. Afterwards, your gums will be tender for a day or two, but healing is very fast.
For laser contouring, you can resume normal activities immediately. Your gums may be sensitive for 1-2 days and will be fully healed in about 1-2 weeks. For Botox, there is no recovery time at all.
The results from laser gum contouring and orthodontics are permanent (the gum tissue does not grow back). The results from Botox® are temporary and last about 4-6 months.
Gummy smile correction with braces works by applying forces that gently push the over-erupted upper teeth upwards into the jawbone. As the teeth move up, the gum tissue moves with them, reducing the amount of gum displayed.
No. Once the excess gum tissue is properly removed and the underlying bone is correct, the gum tissue will heal to its new, higher position and will not grow back.
If your gummy smile is caused by a long upper jaw (Vertical Maxillary Excess), the most effective solution is orthognathic (jaw) surgery. We would refer you to an oral & maxillofacial surgeon for this procedure.
Yes, this is a very common and highly recommended combination. We perform the laser gum contouring first, and then we design your new veneers or crowns to fit your newly balanced gum line. This is a key part of a Smile Makeover.
In dentistry, high-resolution photographs are taken to evaluate the patient’s existing tooth structure and facial aesthetics. These photos are used to document and analyze the condition, color, and shape of the teeth and their harmony with the patient’s face.
Why is it important? Professional photographs help dentists and lab technicians plan the restoration process and achieve ideal aesthetic results.
5D scanning technology allows for highly precise digital scanning of teeth and oral structures. This technology goes beyond traditional 3D scans by capturing additional information such as color, texture, and movement.
Why is it important? 5D scanning enables the creation of detailed digital models of teeth, allowing for more accurate and personalized restorations. This accelerates the treatment process and provides a more comfortable experience for the patient.
Special dental burs are used for shaping teeth with minimal preparation and for the precise placement of restorations. These burs are high-precision and sharp instruments.
Dental laboratories equipped with advanced technology play a key role in the production of restorations. These labs use CAD/CAM systems, high-precision manufacturing devices, and biocompatible materials.
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Gummy Smile Real Customer Reviews
Real experiences, real smile
Wow !!! I’ve literally just had my new smile, I’m over the moon! Had a lot of work done to get the smile I’ve wanted for years but the whole team at Dentalays have been amazing! Can’t thank them enough. Every visit I was made to feel relaxed, informed of everything that was going to take place (most of which through a brilliant translator, who was with my every step of the way) I’d highly recommend Dentalays if you’re thinking about cosmetic treatments.
Dentalays Clinic is like home!!! Not only are our smiles beautiful and important to the entire staff! But who we are and what kind of people we are! I felt at home! Very warm atmosphere! In such a short time I got to know each of them very well! We are not just clients there, but they give everyone a lot of warmth and care! They want to get to know us. Which for me is very beautiful! Being there you will not lack anything! No matter how difficult the procedure you are going through, you receive a lot of support and care! Another thing that is important to me is that each of them does it with passion. The entire procedure must be done perfectly, every imperfection is corrected! We do not feel like a piggy bank! Because for them money is really secondary! The most important thing for the clinic is our well-being and health and satisfaction with the procedure performed! Nothing is done in a hurry and without discussing it with you or the Doctor! I loved these people and I know that I will go back there to spend some time with them! They are my second home and I know that I can always count on them! There are few people with such a good heart these days!
DENTALAYS I love you! Thank you for everything and I miss you already! Now I know that with a smile like the one you gave me I will find my HUSBAND 😂
See you soon ❤️❤️❤️