If your gums appear too bulky, leaving you with a gummy smile, our dentist may recommend cosmetic gum shaping at Midtown Dental Services. This is performed with the help of a soft tissue laser as a more comfortable way to improve the appearance of your smile. To schedule an appointment for cosmetic gum shaping in New York City, New York, with Dr. Mark Jacobson, please call us at 212-697-3946.
What Is Cosmetic Gum Shaping?
Cosmetic gum shaping, also known as gingival contouring or gum reshaping, is a dental procedure designed to enhance the appearance of a person’s smile by improving the balance and proportion of their gums in relation to their teeth. This cosmetic dentistry technique focuses on altering the shape and size of the gum tissue to create a more aesthetically pleasing smile. It is a minimally invasive and relatively quick procedure that can have a significant impact on the overall appearance of one’s teeth.
When Is Cosmetic Gum Shaping Recommended?
Our dentist may recommend cosmetic gum reshaping to correct issues such as:
- Excessive Gum Display (Gummy Smile): When a person’s smile reveals an excessive amount of gum tissue, gum reshaping can help achieve a more balanced and proportionate look.
- Uneven Gumline: Irregular gumlines can make teeth appear asymmetrical or too small. Gum contouring can create a more harmonious gumline.
- Short Teeth: Excess gum tissue can make teeth appear shorter than they actually are. By removing excess gum tissue, the teeth can appear longer and more attractive.
- Gum Recession: In cases where the gums have receded, gum contouring can help restore a more natural gumline and protect the tooth roots from sensitivity and damage.
The Cosmetic Gum Shaping Process
When you receive this procedure, you can expect the following steps:
- Examination and Consultation: During the initial appointment, our dentist will examine your gums and teeth to determine the best approach for reshaping. A discussion will take place to set clear expectations and address any concerns.
- Local Anesthesia: Local anesthesia is administered to ensure your comfort during the procedure.
- Gum Reshaping: Using specialized dental instruments, our dentist will carefully trim or reshape the excess gum tissue or sculpt the gumline to achieve the desired appearance.
- Contouring and Smoothing: After reshaping, our dentist will contour and smooth the gum tissue for a natural and aesthetically pleasing look.
- Recovery: Patients can typically return to their regular activities immediately after the procedure, although some minor discomfort and swelling may persist for a few days.
Make An Appointment
We invite you to call our office today to schedule your appointment with our skilled dentist and learn how cosmetic gum shaping can benefit you!