Name: Gum Contouring
Brand: Fulbright Dental
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Why Should I Get Gum Contouring?

If your smile shows more gums than teeth when you laugh or smile, or if your teeth appear shorter than you'd like, gum contouring could be right for you. This gentle reshaping treatment adjusts the height and shape of your gum line to show more of your natural teeth, giving you a more balanced smile. At Fulbright Dental, we use advanced laser technology to carefully reshape your gum line to ensure natural-looking results that enhance your smile while keeping your gums healthy and strong. Many people feel self-conscious about their gummy smile but don't realize there's a comfortable, effective solution. Whether your gums are uneven, cover too much of your teeth, or you'd simply like to improve your smile's proportions, our experienced team can help. We've helped countless patients throughout Manhattan Beach and Redondo Beach transform their smiles with this simple procedure, and we're ready to help you, too!

The Benefits Of Gum Contouring

A More Balanced Smile

By showing more of your natural teeth, gum contouring creates better proportions between your teeth and gums. This subtle change can make a big difference in your overall smile, giving you the confidence to smile fully without feeling self-conscious about showing too much gum tissue.

Better Oral Health

Reshaping your gum line doesn't just improve how your smile looks – it can also make it easier to keep your teeth clean. With less excess gum tissue, you'll have better access for brushing and flossing, which helps prevent cavities and gum problems in the long run.

Increased Confidence

Many of our patients tell us they feel more confident than ever after their gum contouring treatment. When you're not worried about a gummy smile, you're free to laugh, talk, and smile without holding back. This newfound confidence often carries over into all aspects of life, from social situations to professional settings.

The Gum Contouring Treatment Process

Planning Your New Smile

Your journey starts with a friendly consultation at our office, where Dr. Fulbright or Dr. Faist will look at your smile and listen to your goals. We'll take detailed images of your teeth and gums, then work with you to plan the ideal gum line for your face. We take time to understand exactly what you're looking for so we can give you results that look natural and make you happy.

Gentle Treatment

Using our advanced laser technology, we carefully reshape your gum line according to the plan we made together. The procedure is comfortable – we use local anesthesia to make sure you don't feel any pain. Our laser approach means less bleeding and faster healing compared to traditional methods. Throughout your treatment, you'll relax in our comfortable office while we focus on creating your ideal smile.

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Quick Recovery

One of the best things about modern gum contouring is how quickly you recover. Most patients are back to their normal routine the next day, though we'll give you specific care instructions to help you heal. You'll see a difference in your smile right away, and any minor swelling usually goes down within a few days. We'll check in with you shortly after to make sure you're healing well and loving your new smile.