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Improve Your Gumline's Appearance With Gum Reshaping in Pasco

Gum reshaping is a cosmetic procedure that removes excess gum tissue to expose more tooth surface and improve gumline symmetry. Dr. Leavens performs gum reshaping in Pasco to give you a better proportion between your gums and teeth. We perform the procedure with a gentle dental laser. This technology improves precision and minimizes discomfort. You also avoid the need for sutures in most cases.

With this treatment, you don't have to live with a gummy smile that makes you feel self-conscious. You'll enjoy immediate, permanent results. Most of all, you'll feel better about how you look again. It all happens in a single visit. Whether you have a gummy smile or uneven gumline, you deserve to enjoy your smile. No insurance? Our Subscription Membership Club covers preventive care and offers savings on cosmetic services, including gum reshaping.

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See What Sets Laser Gum Contouring Apart

At Dental West, we use a dental laser to reshape your gums. You'll enjoy a difference with this technology compared to traditional surgical instruments. You won't have to feel nervous about discomfort, as the laser makes the procedure gentle and precise.

If you do feel nervous, we have sedation available to take the edge off anxiety. We also have amenities such as noise-canceling headphones and warm blankets to make you feel at home. Visit us for comfortable gum reshaping in Pasco.

Greater Precision - The laser allows Dr. Leavens to remove and reshape tissue with greater precision. You'll gain more refined results with the proportions your smile needs.
No Sutures Needed - The laser seals the tissue as it removes it. In most cases, this eliminates the need for sutures, ensuring a simpler procedure and less to manage during recovery.
Faster Healing - Because the laser cauterizes as it works, bleeding is minimal, and post-operative discomfort is much lower. Your healing time is quicker and more comfortable.
Streamlined Visit - We can usually complete your laser gum reshaping in a single appointment. There's no need for multiple visits or waiting for tissue to heal before the next step.
More Comfortable - From the laser's precision to the reduced recovery time, laser gum reshaping is simply a more patient-friendly procedure. You stay relaxed the whole time.

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Common Questions About Gum Reshaping

Q What is gum reshaping?

Gum reshaping is a cosmetic dental treatment that helps create a better balance between your teeth and gums. If you have a gummy smile, our team can use a specialized dental laser to gently remove excess gum tissue and improve the appearance of your smile. The treatment is quick and comfortable, usually taking just one visit.

Q Is gum reshaping painful?

No, your gum reshaping procedure is not painful. It should feel comfortable from start to finish. Your comfort is always our top priority. The Dental West team will be as gentle as possible, and we use laser treatment to carefully shape your gums with little to no pain or discomfort. If you feel nervous about your visit, dental sedation is also available.

Q How much does gum reshaping cost?

The cost of gum reshaping differs for each patient. We cannot give an exact price in advance. The best next step is to schedule a consultation so your dentist can examine you and create a personalized treatment plan. After your visit, we will be able to give you a treatment price and the information you need to move forward.

Q What causes a gummy smile?

There are numerous causes for a gummy smile. It can develop because of excess gum tissue that sits too low on your teeth, teeth that appear naturally shorter, or the way your upper lip moves when you smile. In most cases where excess tissue is the primary factor, you can achieve a dramatic, permanent improvement in a single visit with a gum reshaping treatment.

Q How long does a gum reshaping appointment take?

The length of your gum reshaping appointments is usually one visit. The timeframe depends on how much tissue we need to remove and how many teeth are involved. In most cases, we wrap up within one to two hours. Because the dental laser seals tissue, we don't need to place sutures in most cases. You leave the same day with a permanently improved gumline and minimal recovery ahead of you.

Q Are the results of gum reshaping permanent?

Yes, gum reshaping produces permanent results. Once your dentist removes gum tissue, it does not grow back. The improvements we make to your gumline are lasting. This makes gum reshaping a worthwhile cosmetic investment. Your dentist will ensure your gumline stays stable and healthy long after your procedure is complete.

Q Can gum reshaping be combined with other cosmetic treatments?

Yes, gum reshaping combines well with other cosmetic treatments. It can be incorporated into smile makeover plans. When veneers are part of your plan, your dentist typically completes gum reshaping first. Your gumline is in its correct final position before we place your veneers. Whitening and gum reshaping are also a popular pairing.

Q How is laser gum reshaping different from traditional gum surgery?

Laser gum reshaping differs from traditional gum surgery in several meaningful ways. With traditional surgery, your dentist uses a scalpel to remove tissue. It typically produces more bleeding, a longer recovery, and sutures that may require a follow-up visit to remove. A dental laser removes and seals tissue at the same time. It reduces bleeding, minimizes post-operative discomfort, and eliminates the need for sutures.