Balanced Smile
By removing excess tissue, contouring evens out an uneven or gummy smile for a more balanced appearance.
Not loving your smile because of overly visible or uneven gums? Gum contouring in Woodland Hills, CA, reshapes your gumline to create a more balanced, beautiful smile you can be proud of. At Woodland Hills Family Dentistry, this minimally invasive procedure improves both the look of your smile and your oral health.
Gum contouring, also called gingivectomy or gum reshaping, is a procedure designed to reshape the gumline around your teeth. It can correct a gummy smile where too much tissue covers the teeth, make a short tooth look longer, or restore a balanced smile after teeth have been lost. By gently trimming away excess gum tissue and sometimes reshaping the bone with crown lengthening, contouring creates a more even, aesthetically pleasing gumline while making some teeth easier to clean.
By removing excess tissue, contouring evens out an uneven or gummy smile for a more balanced appearance.
Reshaping the gumline reveals more of your natural tooth, making short or worn teeth look longer and fuller.
Reducing deep pockets left by past gum disease makes those teeth easier to keep clean and healthy.
Crown lengthening exposes more tooth structure, creating the right fit and space for crowns or bridgework.
From your first exam to the final result, here's exactly what to expect — calm, clear, and never rushed.
Book a ConsultationOur dentist examines your gums and smile to confirm whether contouring is the right option for your goals.
We use a local anesthetic to numb the area so you stay comfortable and feel no irritation during treatment.
Excess gum tissue is gently trimmed and reshaped to create a more even, symmetrical, and pleasing gumline.
If needed, we reshape the bone and tissue around a tooth to make it look longer or fit a future crown.
You receive a post-op care sheet with rinse, diet, and hygiene tips to support a quick, smooth recovery.
Too much gum tissue covering your teeth can create a gummy smile that contouring helps even out.
An uneven or asymmetrical gumline can detract from your smile and be reshaped for a balanced look.
Teeth that look short or worn down can appear longer once excess gum tissue is gently removed.
A tooth that needs a crown may require lengthening so the restoration fits correctly and securely.
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The cost depends on how many teeth are treated and the extent of reshaping needed. We will go over clear pricing and flexible payment options during your consultation.
Coverage depends on whether the procedure is medically necessary, such as protecting teeth from periodontal disease, in which case insurance often helps. Purely cosmetic reshaping for a gummy smile is unlikely to be covered, and we will check your benefits beforehand.
After a consultation to confirm you are a good candidate, we can schedule your procedure at a convenient time. Contact us and we will arrange a no-pressure visit to discuss your options.
The procedure is minimally invasive, and we use a local anesthetic so you do not feel irritation during treatment. Some mild to moderate soreness afterward is normal and usually managed with over-the-counter medication.
Recovery is generally quick, and we provide a post-op care sheet to guide you at home. Saltwater rinses, gentle brushing, soft foods, and cold compresses all help your gums heal comfortably.
Yes, because uneven tissues can detract from your teeth, reshaping the gumline is often part of a complete smile makeover. Our dentist will discuss how it can complement other cosmetic treatments.
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