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Who Qualifies for Gummy Smile Treatment?

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Some people are born with a great smile, while others struggle with issues like a gummy smile. There are now more treatment options than ever before when it comes to a gummy smile which is a fantastic thing to note for those struggling with this issue. For those looking for a treatment for a gummy smile in Orange County, CA, Dr. Claire Cho with Claire Cho DDS can help.

Who Qualifies for Gummy Smile Treatment In Orange County CA Area

What is a Gummy Smile?

A gummy smile is a smile where the gums of the teeth, most commonly the top teeth, come down below the lip line when someone smiles. This means that the gums can be clearly seen when the individual is smiling, giving the appearance of smaller teeth. This is not a super serious medical issue, but it can affect the person’s self-esteem with the gummy smile and make it hard to clean the full tooth properly as a portion of the tooth is still below the gumline. Those that qualify are patients with healthy gum tissue and healthy teeth.

There are a few treatments for this type of issue, and the most common is to trim the gums. This process involves removing a portion of the gums covering the tooth to expose more of the tooth and make the teeth appear more prominent. This may also be referred to as a gum lift or a crown lengthening, and it makes the tooth longer and helps lessen the gumminess of the smile. In some cases, the tooth under the gumline may be damaged or maybe decayed. In those cases, the issue is repaired, and you can even have veneers or enamel bonding to restore the tooth.

A gummy smile can be very troubling for some, keeping them from smiling at all because they do not like their teeth. This is a great way to restore the teeth, reshape your smile, and help give you the courage and teeth you have always wanted.

For more information or to set up an appointment with Claire Cho at Claire Cho DDS, call (949) 541-2529 today to get the smile that you have always wanted and that you deserve.

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Dr. Claire Cho, Claire Cho DDS, CA

Dr. Claire Cho, DDS, brings over 31 years of experience to her practice. She completed her residency through Nobel Biocare and earned surgical and prosthetic certification from the Misch Implant Institute. In 2011, Dr. Cho was awarded fellow status by the International Congress of Oral Implantologists. She is certified in oral plastic surgery following specialized soft tissue grafting courses and is one of the few dentists in Orange County certified to offer LANAP. Dr. Cho stays current by attending many continuing education programs annually. Recent accolades include nominations for Top Doc of Orange County and Best of LA Cosmetic Dentist.


Dr. Alyssa Kim

Dr. Alyssa Kim completed her undergraduate studies at UC San Diego before earning her DDS at the UCLA School of Dentistry. Dedicated to staying at the forefront of dental advancements, she actively pursues continuous education. Dr. Kim is a member of the American Dental Association (ADA), Contemporary Dental Institution, and Pacific Implant Academy. She serves on the Korean American Dental Association (KADA) Philanthropy Foundation and Pre-Dental Mentorship Program. Dr. Kim has also completed extensive implant training through the OASIS Implant Academy in Tijuana, Mexico.

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