I have small teeth and a slightly gummy smile. I want big white teeth. How would I get a look like this using veneers? (Photo)

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I have really small teeth and a gummy-ish smile I would like big white teeth like the girl in the picture how can I get this? Is it even possible ?

Rami Essak, DMD · Answer

I just did a case just like yours on a friend. Couple of things to keep in mind one you can do a new smile preview of what you would look like after everything called a new smile preview that ive attached. But youre not only going to need gum surgery but a different type of surgery called crown lengthing (literally meaning to lengthen the crown of your teeth to make them longer). Then have the veneers placed. 
I would wait about 4-6 weeks after the surgery to have the veneers finally placed because your gums will heal and could need a slight touch up. 
Hopefully this helps

Kourosh Maddahi, DDS · Answer

Hi:You would need full clinical exam and xrays to get precise advice, however, one choice could be either gingivectomy or crown lengthening to remove part of the gum and place porcelain veneers to create longer bigger teeth.

Amber Garcia, DDS · Answer

You can only make the teeth as long as your bite allows, which wouldn't be much longer than what you have now. But you might be a candidate for gingivectomy, removing some of the gum tissue to expose more tooth. Once that's healed, you can explore the option of veneers if you're still unhappy with the length, shape, and shade.

Thomas Connelly, DDS - Account Suspended · Answer

Based on the photos, you appear to be a good candidate for gingivectomy (remove excess gum tissue), and porcelain veneers to improve color, shape and harmony of your teeth. Seek an experienced cosmetic dentist who has great photos and reviews.

N. Summer Lerch, DDS, FAGD - Account Suspended · Answer

It is possible for you to have a beautiful, bold smile!  You already have a wide smile area to work with.  Sometimes teeth need a little help to fully come into their proper shape and size.  Removing some of your extra gum (gingivectomy) and adding porcelain veneers (customized thin veneers that bond directly to your natural teeth) on the outside to lighten, enlarge and harmonize all your teeth is a perfect solution.  Further, it appears you have some lower teeth that are crowded.  I like the idea of slightly enlarging your upper and lower arches.  Invisalign will both straighten your teeth and ultimately expand the extent and fullness of your smile.  All of this might take 6mo - year and can completely fulfill your dream of a beautiful, bold, confident smile!

Ira Shapira, DDS (in memoriam) · Answer

It is possible to do Gingivectomy and/ or crown lengthening and additive veneers to create that look.   10-12 teeth for a full smile.I would rather see you grow your maxilla orthopedically with the DNA Appliance first ant then finish with Veneers for the best long term results.   Both methods can give you a full wide smile

Hisham Kaloti, DDS (retired) · Answer

You are correct! Veneers will improve the size, shape, and color of your teeth however that won’t do much for the gummy smile...
Gum recontouring will be the extra step needed to achieve your ideal smile outcome.. I recommend having a complete smile assessment and design completed so you can visualize the beautiful end result!

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