Gum contouring
Gingivectomy
Uneven gum line levelled so the front teeth show their full natural length.
Gummy smile correction results
A gummy smile means more than 3 to 4 mm of upper gum shows when you smile. We correct it two ways: gum contouring (gingivectomy) to reshape the gum line, and lip correction to reduce how far the lip lifts.
- Typical cost
- Approx. $600 – $2,500 depending on approach
- Timeframe
- Gum contouring heals in 1 – 2 weeks
- Best for
- Excessive gingival display, uneven gum line, short-looking teeth
Case types we treat
Lip correction
Injectable
Reduced lip lift so less gum shows on a full smile, with no change to the teeth.
Combined plan
Contouring + lip correction
Both approaches together for pronounced gingival display.
Gummy smile correction questions
- What counts as a gummy smile?
- More than 3 to 4 mm of upper gum tissue showing when you smile is generally classed as excessive gingival display.
- Is gum contouring painful?
- It is done under local anaesthetic and most patients describe mild tenderness for a few days.
- How long do results last?
- Gum contouring is permanent. Lip correction is an injectable treatment and is usually maintained every few months.
See it before you start
Upload a photo to the Smart Smile Studio and preview gummy smile correction on your own smile, then book with Bare Smiles Dental Boutique in Essendon.