If excess or uneven gum tissue makes your teeth appear short, a conservative soft-tissue procedure may improve the balance of your smile. At BLVD Dental Aesthetics in Mid-Wilshire, cosmetic dentist Dr. Daniel Adelpour performs diode-laser gingivectomy and cosmetic gum contouring when the desired change can be made safely in the gum tissue alone.
The first step is diagnosis—not simply removing gum. Dr. Adelpour evaluates your gum health, pocket depths, smile line, tooth proportions, and the relationship between the gum tissue and supporting bone. If stable treatment requires reshaping bone as well as gum tissue, BLVD coordinates referral to a periodontal specialist.
A gingivectomy removes selected excess gum tissue. Gingivoplasty or cosmetic gum contouring reshapes the tissue to create a smoother, more symmetrical gumline. BLVD uses a diode soft-tissue laser to make controlled changes around the teeth while helping control bleeding and maintain visibility during treatment.
Soft-tissue treatment may be considered when healthy or treatable gum tissue covers more of a tooth than desired, when gingival overgrowth makes teeth look short, or when several gum margins are uneven. It can also provide access around a tooth for certain restorative procedures when clinically appropriate.
Dr. Adelpour will explain which category applies to your case before treatment is recommended. You can also read BLVD’s gingivectomy versus crown lengthening comparison.
A gummy or uneven smile can have several causes. The correct treatment depends on why the gumline sits where it does. During your evaluation, Dr. Adelpour may assess:
Soft-tissue laser treatment is not appropriate for every gummy-smile case. Referral is the safer choice when predictable treatment requires bone-level surgery or specialist periodontal care.
Treatment is planned around the number of teeth involved and the amount of soft tissue that can be reshaped safely. Many limited soft-tissue cases can be completed in one visit, although treatment time and follow-up needs vary.
Temporary redness, tenderness, or sensitivity can occur. The immediate postoperative appearance is not the final healed result. Gum color and contour continue to settle during healing, and some cases may experience tissue rebound or require additional treatment.
Fees depend on the number of teeth treated, the amount of tissue reshaping required, and whether treatment is cosmetic or supports another dental procedure. BLVD provides a personalized estimate after examining your gums and smile. Cosmetic treatment is commonly not covered by dental insurance; benefits for functionally necessary treatment vary by plan.
The area is numbed before treatment. Temporary tenderness or sensitivity can occur afterward, and your experience depends on the amount of tissue treated.
Some tissue rebound can occur, especially when the cause of the gum position is not addressed. Careful evaluation helps determine whether soft-tissue treatment is likely to be stable.
No. Gum contouring can involve soft tissue alone. Crown lengthening may also require reshaping supporting bone and referral to a periodontal specialist.
When appropriate, gum contouring may be coordinated with bonding, veneers, crowns, whitening, or a broader smile makeover.
If excess or uneven gum tissue is affecting the proportions of your smile, BLVD can evaluate whether conservative diode-laser soft-tissue treatment is appropriate. You will receive a case-specific recommendation, an explanation of alternatives, and a personalized estimate before deciding whether to proceed.
Call 310-620-8060 or request an evaluation at BLVD Dental Aesthetics on Wilshire Boulevard in Los Angeles.
Patient appointments: Monday, Wednesday & Friday, 9 AM–6 PM
Administrative team available: Tuesday & Thursday
Dental emergency? Call anytime—emergency calls are answered 24/7.
Patient appointments: Monday, Wednesday & Friday, 9 AM–6 PM
Administrative team available: Tuesday & Thursday
Dental emergency? Call anytime—emergency calls are answered 24/7.
Patient appointments: Monday, Wednesday & Friday, 9 AM–6 PM
Administrative team available: Tuesday & Thursday
Dental emergency? Call anytime—emergency calls are answered 24/7.
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