Gum contouring helps shape the spots where tissue extends lower than others, resulting in a straighter, more symmetrical smile. In other instances, gum contouring can also address a gumline that's too high due to gum recession. The tissue pulls back, exposing the tooth's roots and making your teeth look too long.
Can you get your gums reshaped?
If your gums rest too low or too high on your teeth and you are unhappy with your smile, you may be a candidate for gum contouring surgery. Also called gum reshaping or tissue sculpting, this cosmetic dental procedure can even out an uneven gum line and give you a smile you can be proud of.7 oct 2019
How much does it cost to fix a receding gum line on one tooth?
If the gums have overgrown the teeth, creating an uneven or "gummy" appearance, gum contouring can cost $50-$350 to remove and reshape the gum around a single tooth. Because the problem is not usually limited to the area around one tooth, costs for reshaping multiple front teeth are typically $1,000-$3,000 or more.
Can you fix badly receding gums?
The simple answer is, no. If your gums are damaged by, for example periodontitis, the most severe form of gum disease, it's not possible for receding gums to grow back. However, even though receding gums can't be reversed there are treatments that can help to stop the problem from getting worse.
Can dentist fix receding gums?
In cases of gum recession, your dentist might suggest scaling and root planing. This is a two-part procedure done by your dentist. Firstly, all the plaque and hardened tartar above and below the gum line (where the gum meets the tooth) is removed.