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Transform your smile with a gum lift
If your smile shows too much gum tissue or features an uneven gum line, a gum lift at Roam Dental in Shelby Township can reveal more of your natural teeth and create a beautifully balanced smile. This in-office cosmetic dentistry procedure is quick, precise, and delivers permanent results — giving you a smile that feels as good as it looks. Dr. Barbu carefully reshapes the gum line to expose more tooth surface and achieve optimal proportions between your teeth and gums.
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A gum lift — also called gum contouring or gingival sculpting — is a cosmetic dental procedure that removes excess gum tissue to expose more of the natural tooth crown. When too much gum tissue covers your teeth, they can appear short, stubby, or disproportionate, creating what is commonly called a "gummy smile." A gum lift corrects this by precisely sculpting the gum line to reveal more tooth surface.
The procedure can also address an uneven gum line — where some teeth appear higher or lower than others — creating a symmetrical, balanced appearance that dramatically improves the overall aesthetics of your smile. It's a straightforward in-office procedure that delivers immediate, visible improvement.
For patients looking to enhance their overall smile, a gum lift pairs exceptionally well with other cosmetic dentistry treatments. Once the gum line is properly shaped, porcelain veneers or teeth whitening can take the results to the next level.
Patients who show an excessive amount of gum tissue when they smile are ideal candidates for gum contouring. If you feel self-conscious about how much gum shows when you smile, or if your teeth appear shorter than they should, a gum lift can dramatically improve your smile's proportions with minimal discomfort and downtime.
An uneven gum line — where some teeth appear taller or shorter than their neighbors due to irregular gum coverage — is another common reason to consider this procedure. Gum contouring creates symmetry that makes the entire smile look more polished and intentional. It's often combined with porcelain veneers or whitening for a complete smile makeover.
Good candidates are generally in good periodontal health — if gum disease is present, it should be treated first. Dr. Barbu will evaluate your gums and overall oral health before recommending gum contouring to ensure the best possible outcome for your individual smile.
The gum lift procedure begins with a local anesthetic applied to the treatment area to ensure complete comfort throughout. Dr. Barbu uses either a dental laser or a precision scalpel to carefully remove and reshape the excess gum tissue, sculpting the gum line to the ideal position along each tooth. The entire treatment is typically completed in a single appointment lasting one to two hours.
Most patients experience minimal discomfort during the procedure and report only mild tenderness in the days following treatment. The gum tissue heals quickly — most patients notice a significant improvement within one to two weeks as swelling subsides and the final shape becomes fully visible. The results are permanent, as the repositioned gum line does not grow back.
Post-procedure care is straightforward — gentle brushing, a soft food diet for the first few days, and any prescribed rinse to support healing. The immediate visible improvement in your smile's proportions makes the short recovery period completely worthwhile. Schedule your gum lift consultation with Dr. Barbu today.
Gum contouring delivers meaningful aesthetic improvements that can transform the way you feel about your smile:
Removes excess gum tissue that covers too much of the tooth surface, exposing more of each tooth for a fuller, more balanced smile.
Creates ideal proportions between visible gum tissue and tooth surface — the hallmark of a naturally beautiful, symmetrical smile.
Gum contouring is completed in a single appointment, typically one to two hours, with immediate visible improvement and minimal downtime.
Once removed, the excess gum tissue does not grow back — the results of gum contouring are permanent, providing a lasting improvement to your smile.