A gummy smile can be transformed with modern laser techniques and porcelain veneers. At Elonix Clinic in Albania, expert gummy smile correction starts from just 100 euros per tooth.
A gummy smile, clinically known as excessive gingival display, occurs when a significant amount of gum tissue shows above your upper teeth when you smile. While this is not a medical problem, many people feel self-conscious about it and seek correction for aesthetic reasons. Studies suggest that a smile showing more than 3-4 millimetres of gum tissue above the teeth is perceived as a gummy smile.
The causes of a gummy smile vary. Common reasons include excessive gum tissue covering the teeth, short upper teeth, a hyperactive upper lip muscle, or excessive growth of the upper jaw. The treatment approach depends on the underlying cause, which is why proper diagnosis is essential before any procedure.
Laser gum contouring, also called gingivectomy or crown lengthening, is the most popular treatment for gummy smiles. At Elonix Clinic, we use advanced diode laser technology to precisely reshape the gum line, revealing more of the natural tooth structure underneath. The procedure is minimally invasive, virtually painless, and requires no stitches. Healing is rapid, with most patients seeing their final result within 2-3 weeks.
The laser cauterizes as it cuts, which means minimal bleeding, reduced risk of infection, and faster healing compared to traditional surgical techniques. Most patients require only topical or local anaesthesia and experience little to no discomfort during the procedure. Treatment typically takes 30-60 minutes depending on the number of teeth involved.
For the most dramatic transformations, we often combine laser gum contouring with porcelain veneers. First, the gum line is reshaped to create the ideal tooth-to-gum ratio. After a healing period of 2-3 weeks, veneers are placed on the teeth to achieve perfect shape, size, colour, and symmetry. This combination approach delivers results that neither treatment alone can achieve.
At Elonix, the combined laser and veneer treatment is carefully planned using Digital Smile Design technology. You see a simulation of your final result before any work begins, ensuring complete confidence in the outcome. Our in-house laboratory crafts each veneer to complement your new gum line perfectly.
In the UK, laser gum contouring costs 200-500 pounds per tooth, and veneers add another 800-1,200 pounds per tooth. In Albania, laser gum contouring at Elonix starts from 100 euros per tooth, and premium E.max veneers from 200 euros per tooth. A complete gummy smile transformation affecting 6-10 teeth costs 1,800 to 3,000 euros at Elonix, compared to 6,000 to 17,000 pounds in the UK.
Our cosmetic dentists have extensive experience in gummy smile correction and have treated hundreds of international patients. The combination of expertise, advanced laser technology, premium materials, and Albanian value pricing makes Elonix the smart choice for gummy smile treatment abroad.
| Treatment | UK Price | Elonix Albania | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Laser Gum Contouring (per tooth) | £200 - £500 | €100 - €150 | Up to 70% |
| Porcelain Veneer (E.max) | £800 - £1,200 | €200 - €300 | Up to 75% |
| Laser + 6 Veneers Combo | £6,000 - £10,200 | €1,800 - €2,700 | Up to 74% |
| Laser + 10 Veneers Combo | £10,000 - £17,000 | €3,000 - €4,500 | Up to 74% |
| Botox Lip Repositioning | £150 - £350 | €80 - €120 | Up to 66% |
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