Periodontal Plastic Surgery
Gum Contouring
The appearance of your gums plays a major role in the harmony of your smile. Even healthy teeth can look short, uneven, or asymmetrical when framed by excess or irregular gum tissue. Gum contouring carefully reshapes the gum line to improve symmetry, refine tooth proportions, and enhance overall smile esthetics.
Every procedure begins with a smile analysis that considers tooth dimensions, facial proportions, lip position, and periodontal health. Rather than simply removing tissue, the gingival architecture is sculpted to complement your features while preserving the health and stability of the supporting tissues.
Who it's for
- An uneven or asymmetrical gum line
- Teeth that look short because of excess gum tissue
- Preparing the gums before veneers or other cosmetic restorations
- A desire for more balanced, proportionate smile esthetics
What to expect
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Smile analysis
We evaluate tooth proportions, lip position, facial balance, and gum health to design the ideal gum line.
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The procedure
Under local anesthesia, the gingival tissue is precisely sculpted to the planned contour, using laser technology when appropriate.
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Refinement
The tissue is shaped for a smooth, natural, symmetrical result that complements your teeth.
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Healing
The gums settle to their new contour over the following weeks.
Recovery & aftercare
Discomfort is usually mild and short-lived, managed with over-the-counter pain relief. You'll be guided on gentle care around the area while it heals.
Results continue to refine as the tissue matures over the weeks after treatment.
Common questions
- Is gum contouring permanent?
- Properly contoured and well-maintained gum tissue is generally stable long-term. When excess tissue has an underlying cause, that's addressed to support a lasting result.
- Will my teeth look longer?
- Yes — in a controlled, proportional way that's planned in advance so the smile looks natural and balanced.
Why Choose PerioEdge for Periodontal Plastic Surgery?
Periodontal plastic surgery is among the most technically demanding disciplines in dentistry, requiring exceptional surgical precision, artistic vision, and a comprehensive understanding of periodontal biology. At PerioEdge, our specialists are dedicated to delivering results that are as healthy as they are beautiful.
Under the leadership of Dr. Smith, PerioEdge has established a reputation for clinical excellence, innovation, and personalized periodontal care. As an accomplished clinician, respected academician, and educator, Dr. Smith has devoted his career to advancing the science of periodontics. His extraordinary experience — including the successful placement of thousands of dental implants — reflects an unparalleled level of surgical expertise, precision, and commitment to excellence.
Patients throughout Austin and Central Texas choose PerioEdge because they seek more than treatment — they seek the confidence that comes from receiving care from one of the nation's most experienced periodontal and implant specialists in an environment defined by refinement, compassion, and uncompromising clinical excellence.
Talk to a specialist about gum contouring
Whether you're a patient considering treatment or a dentist referring a case, we'll evaluate, plan, and coordinate care from diagnosis through follow-up.
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This information is provided for educational purposes and is not a substitute for a professional evaluation. Diagnosis and treatment should always be determined by a qualified dental professional based on your individual condition.