Gum Reduction Surgery

Have you ever heard of a gummy smile? For some people, there is an excess growth of gum tissue that sometimes even covers part of the teeth. Conversely, some others experience very high gum lines, meaning that most of the teeth are exposed. While this can be harmless, it can affect aesthetics and cause embarrassment, particularly when they smile. Yes, if you are in this category, you might need gum reduction surgery.

Signs You Might Need Gum Reduction Surgery

People who have too much gum on their teeth and are not happy with their smiles can opt for gum reduction or gum contouring. This procedure helps shape an uneven gum line and imparts a smile that makes you feel confident. Genetics, a health issue, or a particular medication can cause gum reduction. While most people undergo this procedure to improve their smiles, some people get it done because it may be a necessary procedure. It may take a few days or weeks to recover from gum contouring surgery, and you have to follow your dentist’s instructions strictly.

Gum Reduction Procedure

Gum contouring is done mostly through laser treatment, which helps shape the gums by cutting away the excessively low-lying gums to expose more of the teeth and improve one’s smile. Likewise, for patients with little and higher-up gums, the teeth look longer than desirable. In such cases, tissues are extracted from other parts of the mouth and planted or placed over these teeth to make them look normal-sized while increasing the size of the gums. With modern techniques like lasers today, gum contouring has become a near-painless procedure.

Gum Reduction and Contouring at World Dental

World Dental offers near-painless and effective gum contouring surgery to help shape and even out your gum line. With experienced and skilled dentists, we utilize modern technological tools to ensure a healthy, perfect smile.

Book a consultation today with our Thornhill dentist to discuss your options and address your dental needs.