Gummy and Crowded Teeth

The Problem

This patient was unhappy about her gummy smile, dark, short and crowded teeth.

The Solution

A gum lift was carried out on the upper teeth followed by ten veneers. An Inman aligner was used to straighten the lower teeth followed by whitening.

The Interview

What motivated you to change your smile?

I wanted to change my smile because every time I looked at someone else who had beautiful teeth I felt embarrassed at the horrible smile I had. I used to be called “gummy” which made me cringe. I wanted straight white teeth and less of a gummy smile.

What treatment did you have?

Gum lift
Elective root canal
Inman aligner for my lower teeth
10 x veneers
Whitening

How did you feel during the process, was your treatment comfortable?

My treatment was more comfortable than I expected. The clinic surroundings and my nurse’s calm voice supporting me helped. I didn’t even know I had injections as Tim was so good at it. Any pain was very minimal.

How do you feel about the result, did it match or exceed your expectations?

It has exceeded my expectations. I no longer have a gummy smile and have wonderful big white teeth. My new nickname is smiler, because I have such a nice smile now “CHEESE”

Is it something you would recommend to family and friends?

Definitely! My husband had already been told “you’re next!”

How has your new smile changed your life, what difference will it make to you?

I can smile now and expect people to think “wow, what wonderful teeth” and not for a minute think I have had veneers. It has made me smile with a glint in my eye.

Sum up your experience in one word

“Flabbergasting!”

How did the team contribute to your experience?

The team have always made me feel welcome, it’s really made a difference to someone who did have a dental phobia. Calming, lovely and kind! Tim is a whizz. The whole experience really has exceeded my expectations.

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What our patients say

Heli

I was visiting many dentist clinics but The London Smile Clinic I find the best for me. Nice looking and clean place with very polite and friendly personal including very professional dentists and orthodontists. They did an amazing job with my teeth. I would highly recommend this clinic to my friends and others.

Glen

If I could give these guys 6 stars I would! This is the second time I've been treated by Tim and his team, the first being a brand new smile 17 years ago which was & has been amazing until this year which is the first time I have had a problem. 17 years! It's a testament to the quality of work they produce. Earlier this year, one of my front teeth broke at the root meaning an implant & crown was required. Everybody involved has been outstanding from Joe who performed the Emergency temporary repair and Zacki who performed the Extraction, all the way through to Emma and the rest of the admin team; not forgetting Tim himself who's attention to detail is the same today as it was 17 years ago! Your smile is the first thing people notice, you can do no better then the London Smile Clinic. First Class, Well done.

Sue

Always a positive experience at the London Smile Clinic, from the welcome at Reception to the consultation and treatment from the dentists, specialists and hygienists. The best dental treatment I've ever received.

Stanka

Going with The London smile clinic has been the best decision that I have ever made. It is already eight years and my veneers look great. It was worth the money I invested. I highly recommend it to everyone. Don’t hesitate just do it!

Matthew

The team at the London Smile Clinic are always friendly, efficient & professional. I had veneers fitted by Tim over 15-years ago. They have lasted & look as good now as they did back then. Very happy with the service & product.

G G

I cannot recommend London Smile Clinic enough! I saw Dr Joe Bansal for treatment including Invisalign, Composite Bonding and Teeth Whitening and Joe has truly transformed my smile. Joe’s professionalism and work is of an exemplary high standard. I’ve been completely in awe of Joe’s effectiveness in providing patient satisfaction and he’s just such a lovely and nice guy! I was always kept updated of dental work on treatment days and with the overall schedule. The administrative and clinical staff are so friendly too. I’m already looking forward to seeing Joe and Bonnie, the amazing hygienist in six months! Absolutely great experience of overall patient care.

S C

Had a total of 22 veneers, top and bottom, to replace my 22 year old ‘yellow’ top 6 veneers and make the bottom ones match. A lot of work, but Dr Tim is very patient in getting you the result you want. The before and after photos say it all…

Olivia

I had composite bonding done at The London Smile Clinic to fix a small problem which had been bothering me for months. They were excellent, very thorough and discussed all options with me. Michelle did the most amazing job, I'm so much more confident in my smile now and can't thank her enough! Looking forward to coming back in a few months to start my invisalign journey. I won't go anywhere else now for my teeth and would highly recommend to anyone considering some cosmetic work on their teeth!