611 E Burlington St, Iowa City, IA 52240
Enhance Your Smile With Cosmetic Gum Contouring
If you feel your smile looks “gummy” or uneven, cosmetic gum shaping at The Dental Lounge can create a more proportionate and attractive appearance. Excess gum tissue or an uneven gum line can make teeth appear short or irregular, even if they are healthy.
Cosmetic gum shaping — also known as gum contouring or gum reshaping — gently removes or sculpts excess gum tissue to reveal more of your natural teeth. The result is a symmetrical, balanced smile that enhances both aesthetics and confidence.
Using modern techniques and precision tools, our team ensures comfortable treatment with natural-looking results.
Cosmetic Gum Shaping for Gummy Smiles & Uneven Gum Lines
At The Dental Lounge, we provide professional gum contouring treatment designed to improve smile symmetry and overall facial harmony. Cosmetic gum shaping is ideal for patients who have:
- A “gummy” smile
- Uneven gum levels
- Teeth that appear short or small
- Excess gum tissue covering tooth surfaces
- Asymmetrical gum contours
By carefully reshaping the gum line, we create a more balanced ratio between teeth and gums. This minimally invasive cosmetic procedure can dramatically enhance your smile without altering the natural structure of your teeth.
If you are searching for cosmetic gum shaping near you, our team offers customized treatment tailored to your smile goals.
What to Expect: The Cosmetic Gum Shaping Process
Comprehensive Smile Evaluation
We begin with a detailed assessment of your teeth, gums, and facial proportions to determine if gum contouring is right for you.
Customized Treatment Planning
Your ideal gum line is carefully mapped to ensure symmetry and aesthetic balance.
Gentle Gum Reshaping
Using precise instruments or laser technology, excess gum tissue is carefully sculpted to reveal more of your natural teeth.
Immediate Smile Improvement
Results are visible immediately after the procedure, with continued refinement as healing progresses.
A Minimally Invasive Cosmetic Enhancement
Cosmetic gum shaping is typically performed under local anesthesia to ensure comfort. The procedure is quick, and most patients experience minimal downtime. Because only excess gum tissue is reshaped, the treatment is conservative while delivering dramatic visual improvement.
For many patients, gum contouring is combined with other cosmetic treatments such as veneers or teeth whitening to achieve a complete smile makeover.
Long-lasting, Natural-looking Results
Once excess gum tissue is removed, results are generally permanent. Maintaining good oral hygiene and routine dental visits helps preserve your healthy gum line and overall smile aesthetics.
At The Dental Lounge, we focus on creating subtle, natural enhancements that complement your facial features and long-term oral health.
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