If you feel your smile shows too much gum, or your gum line is uneven, gum correction (also called gum contouring) can reshape the tissue around your teeth for a more balanced, proportionate look. At Didsbury Dental Lounge, we use gentle techniques to deliver natural-looking results.
What Is Gum Correction?
Gum correction involves carefully removing or reshaping excess gum tissue to reveal more of the tooth surface. This can make short-looking teeth appear longer and more evenly proportioned. The treatment is purely cosmetic in most cases, though it can also be recommended for dental health reasons when excess gum tissue makes it difficult to keep teeth clean or contributes to gum disease.
Who Can Benefit from Gum Contouring?
You might consider gum correction if you have a "gummy smile" where a large amount of gum tissue is visible when you smile, if your gum line is uneven with some teeth appearing longer or shorter than others, or if excess gum tissue affects your confidence. It is also frequently carried out alongside other cosmetic treatments such as veneers or crowns to create the best overall result.
The Treatment Process
Gum correction is typically completed in a single visit. We numb the area with local anaesthetic before carefully reshaping the gum tissue. The treatment is precise and usually takes between 30 minutes and an hour depending on the area being treated. Most patients experience only mild tenderness afterwards, which subsides within a few days. We provide full aftercare advice to ensure smooth healing.
Recovery and Results
Most patients return to their normal routine the day after treatment. The gums heal fully within one to two weeks, and the results are permanent. During recovery, we recommend eating soft foods, avoiding spicy or crunchy items, and brushing gently around the treated area. A follow-up appointment lets us check that everything is healing well.
Gum Correction at Didsbury Dental Lounge
Our team in Fallowfield has helped patients from across South Manchester achieve the smile they want through gum contouring. If you have been self-conscious about your gum line, book a consultation and we will explain what is possible and what the treatment involves.
