Contour your smile to a fresh new look
Gum contouring is a cosmetic treatment that is used to treat patients that have a large amount of gum tissue visible when they smile; this is more commonly known as having a ‘gummy smile’. A gummy smile does not cause any medical problems but it can affect the way a person feels about the way they look, as it makes the teeth look smaller and can make the smile look less attractive. Having gum contouring can improve a person’s self-esteem and increase their confidence.
Gum contouring is a quick and simple dental job; it involves trimming very tiny portions of the gum tissue away to make more of the tooth visible; the procedure is carried out very carefully and should not cause any damage to the gum tissue or the root canal portions of the teeth. Most Kent dentists now use laser technology but some still use the traditional scalpel method; laser treatment is preferable because it eradicates the need to make an incision, which carries risks of infection. Laser treatment also leads to a faster healing process and can be beneficial for those that are scared of scalpels or dental treatments in general.
Gum contouring is one of the cheapest treatments on offer, costing around £150 for laser treatment and a little less for treatment using a scalpel; prices vary according to which dentist you go to so it is best to check with a few different dentists before you make your decision.