What is gum contouring?

Everyone has a different gum line. Some cover a lot of tooth structure (gummy smile) some are low, some are in between. Some may even be uneven.

Gum contouring is also known as gingival sculpting or gingivoplasty. It is a cosmetic procedure that can change the shape of your gums ( the way they surround your tooth).

This enables the dentist to cut away excess gum tissue if you have a gummy smile or restore gum tissue that has receded and is now exposing too much of your teeth (root coverage procedures )

Cutting away more gum tissue to expose the tooth surface is also called crown lengthening.

How can it be done?

Conventional
Laser gum contouring

Conventional

The excess tissue is removed using a scalpel and blade.
The medicament is secured over it to ensure healing.

Laser gum contouring

Laser technology is used to remove the excess gum.

Advantages:

More precise
No bleeding
Faster healing
Reduces the fear of discomfort or pain during treatment
Creates a more even gum line
Results are permanent