Gum Contouring in Port Melbourne

Posted By: Admin | Published On: Jun 27, 2024 | Dental Treatment Blogs

Woman in dentist chair showing her teeth to the dentist

Ever look in the mirror to feel like your gums are stealing the spotlight from your smile? Maybe your gums are showing a little too much or making your teeth appear uneven.

Having seen all those Hollywood smiles with perfectly proportioned teeth and healthy gums, a little part of you may also wish for your smile to look that way too.

Guess what? It’s possible with gum contouring treatment!

Gum contouring can actually reshape your gum line to create a balanced look that’s both beautiful and healthy. Plus, it’s not just about aesthetics. This procedure can help prevent oral problems that uneven gums can cause.

What is Gum Contouring?

Having the right gum-to-teeth ratio is important when it comes to your smile. If your gums show too much or are uneven, it can leave you feeling a little self-conscious. When your gums are balanced – that’s when your smile shines.

Gum contouring is a minimally invasive cosmetic procedure that involves reshaping and removing excess gum tissue around your teeth. It is a great solution to consider if you struggle with:

A gummy smile where too much of your gums are on display
An uneven gumline
Gum recession or too little gum

The best part? Gum contouring can work its magic fast! You can walk out of our Port Melbourne clinic with a transformed new smile. Pretty sweet, right?

What are the Benefits of Gum Contouring?

Removes excess gum tissue that’s hogging the spotlight to make your smile more uniform.
Excess gum tissue can make cleaning a chore. Gum contouring can make this easier and reduces the risk of gum disease.
Improves the appearance of your teeth by making them look longer, fuller and healthier.
It is a safe procedure with very low risks of infection or bleeding.
Follow our post-care instructions and you’ll experience very little downtime.
Offers permanent results.

How Does Gum Contouring Work?

Wondering how gum contouring works at Port Melbourne Dental? Here’s how:

Consultation: Like all dental procedures, we start with a consultation! We will chat about your smile goals and what you’d like to achieve while setting realistic expectations.
Procedure: Once we’re all on the same page, it’s go time! We will administer a local anaesthetic to numb your gums and ensure minimal discomfort. The exact procedure will depend on your case. If you have excess gum tissue, we will remove it with a high-precision laser or scalpel. If gum recession is your problem, we’ll do a gum graft to add more gumline.
Post-Treatment: After the procedure, you’ll notice dramatic results—a more balanced and uniform smile that will leave you beaming with confidence.
Recovery: Recovery typically takes about 2 weeks. Our experienced dentists will provide detailed aftercare instructions (like rinsing your mouth with salt water, avoiding spicy meals and regular brushing) to ensure a hiccup-free recovery process.

How Much Does Gum Contouring Cost?

We understand that knowing costs upfront is important to you. However, since the cost of gum contouring depends on several factors such as the nature of your gum problems and the type of treatment involved, we can’t give an exact price without a consultation. Rest assured, we will provide a clear breakdown of the cost after we assess your needs and the extent of gum problems.

Want to improve the appearance of your gumline? All it takes is one quick, efficient and relatively pain-free procedure performed by our experienced dentists. Say goodbye to gums hogging the spotlight and wave in a beautiful smile that’ll have you beaming all the time.