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Why does a gum lift not last? (Photo)

freiheitJan 19, 2024
I have had a gum lift twice, but both times it looks great at first and exactly what I want and then the gums just fall back down again and I go back to a gummy smile. Why is that? The first time I had it done with a laser and the second time I had the scalpel and suture approach because they said that would be more permanent. Any advice? I have also had lip lowering. There is no medical reason to have any sort of jaw surgery.

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Brad Lockhart, DDS

Your gums do not appear to be receding but your gum levels are at differing levels due to your crooked teeth. Aligning your teeth will could resolve most of your varying gum levels. Good luck!

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Juan (Sebastian) Munoz, DDS

Hello, the appearance of a gummy smile can be treated with a gum lift. Based on the picture, you are a good candidate for this procedure. This is my personal opinion and not a diagnosis or medical advice.

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You are a candidate for gum contouring. You will more than likely also require some bone removal, otherwise the gums will grow back. Good luck!

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You fortunately have not YET experienced gum recession in the area you are showing here; however, if your teeth continue to have accumulated plaque you will more than likely have gum recession. You will also have bleeding gums, cavities, bad breath and periodontal disease. Healthy gums do not...

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When it comes to reshaping teeth or undergoing a gum lift, whether antibiotics are necessary will depend on several factors. Typically, antibiotics are not routinely prescribed for minor reshaping or a gum lift, unless there are specific clinical indicators that warrant it. However, if the gum...

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There are several treatment options for a gummy smile. Traditional orthognathic surgery with impaction of the maxilla requires braces, hospitalization and a longer recovery.  Another less invasive surgery is vestibular mucosal reduction surgery with a laser or radiofrequency microneedle. This ca...

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