Excessive or Uneven Gums
Gum tissue surrounds teeth and acts like a sealant for them. They also provide shape and form to the top border of the tooth.
Some people may have a great section of their gum showing when they smile and their teeth seem to be very short. This is usually called a "Gummy Smile" and can be corrected with a cosmetic procedure called a "Gum Lift" or "Gingival Contouring." This procedure reduces the exceeding gum tissue and bone to acquire a normal gum appearance.
