The procedure has many different names, including gum surgery, laser gum reshaping, gum contouring, and crown lengthening (the crown is the part of the tooth visible when you smile) but the result is the same: a beautiful, attractive smile!
Cosmetic Gum Contouring & Shaping
Even if a person has straight, healthy, and symmetrical teeth, the beauty of their smile may be diminished if the gum line is uneven or falls too far below the lip line. Often referred to as a “gummy” smile, it can make the teeth look small and cause you to feel self-conscious about the appearance of your smile. Ideally, the gums should appear even and smooth, and should act as a frame to complement a person’s smile, rather than as a distraction from it. Fortunately, a gummy smile can now be corrected by Dr. Martin K. La-Kumi with procedures such as gum contouring.
Cosmetic Gum Contouring & Shaping Benefits
Patients who have uneven gums or gums that extend to mask a significant portion of their teeth are excellent candidates for cosmetic gum contouring. Dr. La-Kumi at Volta Dental Clinic in Toronto will reshape the gum line to lengthen the teeth, reduce the amount of gum that shows when you smile, and produce a more symmetrical gum line.