In certain situations, your smile can have an excess of gum tissue, causing your smile to appear shorter than desired. To help correct the appearance of your gum line and refine your smile, Dr. Greg R. Diamond, a trusted cosmetic dentist, can provide you with cosmetic gum shaping. In cases involving gum recession rather than excess tissue, gum grafting in New York can help restore proper balance to the gum line. We welcome you to contact NY Implant Dentistry today at 212-213-9333 to learn more and schedule a visit with our highly skilled periodontists.
Crown gum recontouring is a simple treatment we may recommend if your appearance is affected by what is sometimes called a “gummy smile.” A gummy smile is one in which the teeth appear abnormally short because of excessive gum tissue. The gum tissue may appear too bulky, or it might look like the gums come down over your teeth too far. In most cases, a gummy smile is the result of excessive gum tissue covering teeth that are a normal length and shape. To correct this problem and give you a smile you can show off with pride, our periodontists in New York may recommend cosmetic gum recontouring. During this treatment, we will simply remove a small amount of the gum tissue, revealing more of the tooth structure and giving your smile a more aesthetic appearance. Cosmetic gum surgery usually requires just one visit to our office.
If your gum line appears uneven or asymmetrical, cosmetic gum contouring may be a good choice for improving your appearance. Our periodontists will help you determine whether cosmetic gum surgery is right for your smile. Call us today to learn more and schedule your consultation!
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. Removing excess gum tissue can reveal more of the natural tooth structure, creating a more balanced and proportionate smile.
While it is often performed for cosmetic enhancement, gum recontouring can also improve oral hygiene by making it easier to clean along the gumline.
The procedure is typically completed in a single visit. The exact timing depends on the number of teeth being treated.
In many cases—especially when performed with advanced techniques such as laser dentistry—stitches are not required, and healing is more comfortable.
The procedure is performed using local anesthesia, so discomfort during treatment is minimal. Mild sensitivity afterward is normal and temporary.
Recovery is generally quick. Most patients return to normal activities within a few days, with full healing occurring within a couple of weeks.
Results are typically long-lasting, as reshaped gum tissue does not usually grow back significantly when proper oral care is maintained.
A professional evaluation ensures the procedure is appropriate for your needs and helps achieve a natural, balanced result while maintaining long-term oral health.
