Gum Line Alignment in Bromley
Happy smiles with gorgeous gums!
Gum Line Alignment—an Overview
Do your gums appear uneven, or does the gummy smile catch your eye in photos? Unusually visible gums or irregular gum lines can disrupt a perfect smile makeover. An imbalanced gum line can affect more than just aesthetics—it can make oral hygiene more difficult, increasing the risk of cavities and gum issues. Gum line alignment in Bromley can safely and comfortably reshape your gum line for a healthier, more confident smile.
What is Gum Line Alignment?
Gum line alignment, or gum alignment surgery, is a cosmetic and functional dental procedure that corrects uneven gums. Whether your teeth have too much gum tissue (a ‘gummy smile’) or your gums have receded over time, this treatment restores the harmony and appearance of your smile.
Modifying the excess gum tissue to expose the full length of the teeth will improve their appearance. However, if your gums have receded, gum grafting and other similar procedures can help replace the lost tissue and restore the health of your gums.
Who Can Get Gum Line Alignment?
This treatment is right for you if you have:
- Gummy smiles or a surplus of visible gum tissue.
- Ageing, forceful brushing, or poor dental care have caused gum recession.
- Gum tissues that hinder proper tooth brushing, flossing of teeth, and dental treatments like fillings, dental crowns, dental veneers, and permanent braces.
- If your parents or anyone in the family have a particular type of uneven gums, you may inherit a similar gum line.
- Hormonal changes causing gum growth.
- Poor muscle attachments—where the tension or a pulling force from high frenums (tissues that attach the lip to your gums) can pull on the gums, causing asymmetry.
The Causes of Uneven Gums
Several factors can lead to uneven gums. These include:
Genetics: If your parents or anyone in the family have a particular type of uneven gums, you may inherit a similar gum line.
Other factors include fixed braces—gum inflammation as a reactionary response after the braces are put, hormonal changes, brushing too forcefully, gum infections and poor muscle attachments—where the tension or a pulling force from high frenums (tissues that attach the lip to your gums) can pull on the gums, causing asymmetry.
Types of Gum Line Alignment Procedure
- Gum surgery: This is the traditional surgical method for removing extra gum tissues like for gummy smiles. Healing usually takes several days to a week.
- Laser gum correction: This provides a cutting-edge, minimally invasive alternative to traditional gum reshaping and contouring. Dental lasers cause no bleeding, minimal postoperative pain, and a quick recovery.
- Gum grafting: Also known as gum alignment surgery, is an efficient method for restoring missing tissue and improving gum health.
We regularly provide consultations and gum line alignment treatment to patients from Shirley, New Eltham, Chislehurst, Coldharbour, Bickley, Orpington, Sidcup, and Keston.
Benefits of Gum Line Alignment Procedures
Gum line alignment in Bromley offers many benefits, such as
A picture-perfect smile and excellent oral health
A symmetrical, natural-looking gum line boosts confidence whilst making brushing and flossing easier.
Painless cosmetic procedure
The procedures are quick, painless, non-invasive, and affordable.
Long-lasting results
With regular care and follow-up, you can keep your gum contours healthy for years.
What Our Patients Say
Dr. N. Malik is fantastic! She’s highly skilled, very helpful, and always kind. She makes you feel at ease and truly cares about her patients. I couldn’t recommend her more!
Frequently Asked
Questions
Find the answers to the most commonly asked questions regarding the treatment below:
How long does it take to recover from gum contouring?
Recovery normally lasts a few days to a week. Following aftercare recommendations and eating soft foods will help you heal faster and be comfortable during the process.
What are the side effects of gum contouring?
Minor swelling, pain, or sensitivity may develop shortly after the surgery. However, it usually passes within a few hours. Proper care and hygiene reduce the risk of infection or extended discomfort.
Is gum contouring painful?
We use local anaesthesia to numb the area, making the process painless. Any post-procedure discomfort is minor and treatable with over-the-counter pain relievers and dentist-recommended treatment.
The Treatment Process
Every patient’s experience is unique, but this is what you can expect when you start treatment with the Smile 4 U Dental Practice.
Consultation
We examine your gum line, determine the root cause of the gum abnormalities, and develop a personalised treatment plan to eliminate the cause whilst cosmetically correcting the gum line.
The treatment
Based on the treatment plan, we recommend the best possible appointment schedule. We use advanced numbing agents and offer sedative options to make the process painless.
Aftercare
We give you the most effective gum care practices to ensure speedier recovery and long-term gum health that are simple to do.
Does your smile look gummy or are your gums receding?
In both cases, you shouldn’t worry. Connect with us at Smile 4 U and learn more about gum line alignment in Bromley today!
Book your Consultation Today
You are invited to our dental clinic for a consultation. During the consultation, one of our experienced dentists will carry out a full and comprehensive examination of your smile. Based on the dental treatment you are interested in, we will give you a breakdown of the options available that are tailored to your needs, as well as your budget and timeframe.
