IJSR International Journal of Scientific Research 2277 - 8179 Indian Society for Health and Advanced Research ijsr-8-4-19096 Original Research Paper Orthodontics and Gummy Smile Asif Dr. Dr.Mohd. Tariq Dr. April 2019 8 4 01 02 ABSTRACT

One of the predominant objective of seeking orthodontic treatment is enhancement of dental esthetics. Smile comprises of the most essential factor of an individual’s facial esthetics. When an excessive amount of gingiva is displayed superior to the maxillary anterior teeth upon smiling the smile is said to be “gummy”. Based on the underlying etiology various methods can be employed for the correction of gummy smile orthodontically.