Enhance your smile with gum contouring, a simple procedure that reshapes your gum line for a balanced, confident look.

What is Gum Contouring?

This procedure, also known as gum reshaping, involves the removal of excess gum tissue to change the appearance of your gums, making it more uniform.

Gum contouring can be a good option for patients who have:

• A “gummy smile”.

• An uneven gum line.

• Gum overgrowth.

How Is It Done?

Gum contouring is usually performed by a periodontist or a cosmetic dentist. First, you’ll be provided with local anesthesia to numb the gum area so you don’t feel any pain or discomfort.

Then, the doctor will mark the new gum line using a special pen. Your dentist will proceed to remove the excess gum tissue and reshape it using a scalpel, or sometimes it can be done using a laser. In some cases, the dentist will have to remove small amounts of bone around each tooth.

Finally, your dentist might suture to hold the gum tissue in place and to slow bleeding.

This procedure takes, on average, 1 to 2 hours; the length of it will depend on different factors, including your condition, the extent of the contouring.

Recovery

For most people, healing from gum contouring takes one week or less. Recovery time also depends on the number of teeth treated and your body’s healing capacity.

Some recommendations for a successful recovery include:

• Take your indicated medication.

• Avoid heavy activity and exercise.

• Keep the area clean to reduce bacteria.

• Eat soft foods such as yogurt, pasta, and smoothies.

Benefits of Gum Contouring

Gum contouring offers several benefits, enhancing both the appearance of your smile and your self-confidence. Some of them include:

• A more uniform and balanced smile.

• Make small teeth larger.

• Remove the extra gum tissue that covers your teeth.

Enhance your smile with gum contouring and enjoy expert care in Mexico, where world-class dentistry meets comfort and affordability.

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