Gummy Smile Treatment in Pico Rivera, CA

Do your gums show more than you’d like when you smile? Gummy smile treatment in Pico Rivera, CA can balance your gum-to-tooth ratio for a smile you’ll love showing off. Free cosmetic consultation. Call (562) 703-5624 or book online.

What Causes a Gummy Smile?

• Excess gum tissue covering too much of the teeth.
• Short or worn teeth making gums look dominant.
• Hyperactive upper lip lifting too high when smiling.
• Jaw position (less common, may need orthodontic evaluation).

Treatment Options

• Gum contouring (gingivectomy): precise reshaping of the gum line with laser or surgical techniques — often completed in one visit.
• Crown lengthening: for cases needing more tooth exposed, sometimes combined with veneers or crowns.
• Botox for hyperactive lip: relaxes the upper lip so less gum shows — quick, non-surgical, temporary (3–4 months).
• Orthodontics: when bite or jaw position contributes — see our orthodontist page.

Many patients combine gummy smile correction with a full smile makeover — whitening, veneers, or bonding after the gum line is balanced.

Gummy Smile FAQs

Is gum contouring painful?

It’s done under local anesthesia. Most patients report mild soreness for a day or two, managed with over-the-counter pain relief.

How long do results last?

Gum contouring results are permanent with good oral hygiene. Botox for the lip needs repeating every few months.

Love your smile: call (562) 703-5624 for a free consultation.