One of the treatments offered at ClearCare Periodontal & Implant Centre is to correct gummy smiles to achieve a beautiful balanced smile

Why does my smile look so “gummy”?

Gums may overwhelm your teeth when too much of their soft tissue covers up the white hard tissue or crown that everyone sees above the gumline. This condition may arise due to how teeth, gums, and jaws develop; a very modest amount of excess tissue may make the gum line look out of proportion with the rest of your smile. The “parts” of a beautiful smile are generally in harmony with each other.

How can I get a more balanced smile?

Our board-certified periodontist, Dr. Hoda Hosseini may determine that a gingivectomy can minimize the “gumminess” of your smile. Excess soft tissue and sometimes underlying bone is removed or repositioned. The technique that is best suited for you depends on many factors such as the cause of the excess tissue, the condition of your mouth, and the position of the affected teeth. Sometimes, removing a small amount of tissue exposes sufficient teeth structure to achieve your desired smile.

If your smile has not always been gummy, this transformation may be due to wear and tear. Excess wear shortens the height of the teeth. You may need orthodontic treatment to push teeth into proper position, as this process also tends to shift teeth out of alignment. The structure of the tooth may be built up with aesthetic restorations. In such cases, our skilled and experienced prosthodontists, Dr. Marshall Hoffer and Dr. Charlene Solomon, specialize in rebuilding teeth.

What’s behind your gummy smile? Schedule an evaluation with one of our periodontists to restore your smile.

Call ClearCare Periodontal & Implant Centre at (204) 421-9236.

Dr. Hoda Hosseini DMD near me

Hoda Hosseini, DMD, MDent (Perio), FRCD(C)

Dr. Hoda Hosseini is a board-certified periodontist with extensive experience in general and specialized dental care. After earning her dental degree from the University of Manitoba in 2006, Dr. Hosseini participated in the Remote Access Program and furthered her expertise with a Masters in Dentistry in Periodontics and Implant Surgery. A Fellow of the Royal College of Dentists of Canada and International Congress of Oral Implantologists, she is also a member of the Canadian Dental Association and Canadian and American Academy of Periodontists. Dr. Hosseini is a published author and esteemed educator, dedicated to advancing patient care and professional training.
Dr. Katie Chung, DDS near me

Katie Chung, DDS, MDent

Dr. Katie Chung is a skilled periodontist with a rich educational background and extensive experience. She earned her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the University of Toronto before returning to Vancouver to practice general dentistry. Driven by her passion for periodontology, Dr. Chung pursued a Masters of Dentistry at the University of Manitoba, where she received the esteemed Dean of the RFHS Graduate Student Achievement Prize. A proponent of gentle, evidence-based care, she is a valued member of the ClearCare family. Dr. Chung continually enhances her expertise through continuing education and international conferences and is dedicated to patient-first dentistry.
Dr. Marshall Hoffer, DMD near me

Marshall Hoffer, DMD

Dr. Marshall Hoffer is a distinguished prosthodontist, renowned for his experience in implant dentistry, crown and bridge restoration, and denture treatment. A graduate of the University of Manitoba Dental School, Dr. Hoffer was inspired by a 1974 lecture to pursue prosthodontics and completed his postgraduate education at the State University of New York in Buffalo. In 1978, he established Manitoba's first private prosthodontics practice. An early adopter of Nobel Biocare Implant training, Dr. Hoffer has been treating implant patients since 1985. His commitment to excellence and patient care is unwavering, earning him trust and respect in the dental community.
Dr. Charlene Solomon, DMD near me

Charlene Solomon, BChD, MSc Dent, MChD, FRCD (CA)

Dr. Charlene Solomon is a respected prosthodontist with over 30 years of experience. Beginning at the University of the Western Cape, she earned her BChD in 1991, followed by a master's in Oral Medicine & Periodontology, and a second master's in Prosthodontics. Now a tenured Assistant Professor and Division Head of Prosthodontics at the University of Manitoba with multiple published articles, Dr. Solomon is a Canadian Board Certified Prosthodontist and Fellow of the Royal College of Dentists of Canada. A member of the APC, ACP, and AO, her commitment to personalized patient care and excellence in dental restoration is widely recognized.