GUM CONTOURING
Each person has their unique distinct gumline and they vary,some being high and some low.
If your gummy smile has been bothering you and you have been looking for ways to change it, gum contouring and shaping can be your choice of treatment. This procedure can help in reshaping your gum line.
Gum contouring refers to a surgical procedure done by a gum specialist that helps in reshaping your gums and thereby resculpting your smile. Excess gum tissue is removed and restored at a higher point. Also if you have recession causing you excruciating sensitivity then gum surgery can help cover the exposed tooth surfaces. Gum contouring is commonly done as a cosmetic procedure to have a beautiful and healthy smile.
Steps involved in Gum contouring
A specialist dentist called as the periodontist performs gum surgeries and the following steps are followed in the treatment:
- Gum surgery is a one sitting procedure in which local anaesthesia will be delivered to the area by our dentist to numb the area.
- A soft tissue blade or laser will then be used to remove extra tissue or to redesign the gums into place.
- In case there is not enough tissue to add from the gums,our specialist will remove tissues from another part of your mouth to restructure the smile.
1. Is gum contouring a painful procedure?
Before beginning the procedure you will be delivered a local anaesthetic by our dental specialist to numb the areas of gums that will be excised. There can be slight discomfort after the procedure but it will be covered by pain killer medicines suggested by our doctor. A cold compress will help with the recovery and swelling if any.
2. What is the recovery time from gum surgery?
Recovery time depends on the extent of the procedure but on average healing time can range between a few days to 2 weeks. There can be tenderness and sensitivity at first which will gradually subside. Avoid eating hard food or spicy food and stick to simple food items which are easy to eat.
3. How much does it cost?
Gum surgery is a cosmetic procedure and can cost you between x to x depending on the range of the surgery.
4. When should one get Contouring?
Exposed roots causing extreme sensitivity and pain or inability to eat hot and cold items are caused due to exposed gum tissues and need a gum replacement. If you have a gummy smile, the excess gum tissue is removed in this case and your smile is enhanced.
Following care is needed after gum contouring procedure:
- You may expect some mild discomfort after the procedure. You may take over the counter pain medication.
- For the first 24 hours you may experience slight bleeding from the surgical site.
- Avoid eating any hard food substance on that day.
- Have soft semi solid food for 24 hours.
- Keep the area clean.
Ranges from NPR 5500 to NPR 14000
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