--- title: Smile Still Looks Off? (LASER GUMMY) | BEFORE & BEYOND EP20 | Case-review description: Discover how laser gummy treatments help your smile by balancing the gum line for symmetry and natural-look, explained by Dr. Tiffany from Dental Designs. image: https://www.dentaldesigns.com.sg/hubfs/custom-video-thumbnails/Smile%20Still%20Looks%20Off.png --- ![arrow_icon](https://www.dentaldesigns.com.sg/hubfs/arrow_icon.svg) [![phone_icon](https://www.dentaldesigns.com.sg/hubfs/phone_icon.svg) +65 62218284 ](tel:+65%2062218284) [![calendra_icon](https://www.dentaldesigns.com.sg/hubfs/calendra_icon.svg) Book An Appointment ](https://www.dentaldesigns.com.sg/en-sg/contact-us) [![cib_whatsapp](https://www.dentaldesigns.com.sg/hubfs/cib_whatsapp.svg) WhatsApp ](https://wa.me/6582009092) # Smile Still Looks Off? (LASER GUMMY) | BEFORE & BEYOND EP20 Wondering why your smile still looks uneven after braces or straightening? In this episode, Dr Tiffany discusses how gum lines impact your smile’s balance and how simple laser treatment can help create a more symmetrical, natural-looking result. ## About The Video In this episode of Before & Beyond, Dr Tiffany Tan explains why even straight teeth may not create a pleasing smile if the gum line is uneven. He shares real examples where excessive or slanted gum tissue made teeth appear crooked or too short, despite being well-aligned. Viewers will learn how symmetry in the gums plays a vital role in achieving an aesthetic smile. The video also covers how modern laser treatments can correct excess gum tissue and improve gum symmetry. Dr walks through simple procedures like gingivectomy and lip tie release, which are often done under local anaesthetic with no stitches. These techniques help enhance the final smile result, especially when combined with braces or clear aligners. The goal is not just straight teeth, but a balanced and confident smile. Many people believe that once their teeth are straightened, their smile will naturally look perfect. However, gum lines can have just as much impact as tooth alignment. If the gums are uneven, too low, or show too much when smiling, the overall appearance can seem unbalanced even if the teeth themselves are well-aligned. Dr Tiffany highlights this by showing cases where patients had what is called a ""gummy smile"" or tilted gum line, making their smile look off. Laser treatments, including gingivectomy and lip tie release, can gently reshape the gums to match the teeth and create a more symmetrical appearance. These procedures are often quick, with little downtime and no stitches needed. The episode encourages patients to consider gum aesthetics as part of their overall smile journey and to ensure their dentist evaluates not just their teeth, but also how their gums and lips interact when smiling and speaking. 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