Gummy Smile: Mercado-Rosso Classification System and Dynamic Restructuring with Hyaluronic Acid.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Gummy smile (GS) is a nonpathological condition causing esthetic disharmony in which an excessive amount of gingival tissue is exposed when smiling. Nowadays, there is not unanimous agreement regarding both classification and management of GS. This study aimed to present an organized and comprehensive clinical classification of the GS, as well as to discuss a therapeutic approach, with hyaluronic acid dermal fillers.

Methods

This study is presenting the clinical experience of the authors regarding GS.

Results

The Mercado-Rosso GS classification has into account aesthetic aspects, etiopathogenetic criteria, and functional aspects of the smile. According to Mercado-Rosso GS-classification-system, GS is divided into 3-types: Type 1, characterized by a lack of

SUBMITTER: Mercado-Garcia J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8481201 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature