Step 1
Evaluate proportions
We assess teeth, gums, lip movement, tissue thickness, symmetry, oral health, and supporting anatomy.
Orthodontic care in Las Vegas
Gum Contouring in Las Vegas
Gum contouring may reshape selected gum tissue when it supports an appropriate orthodontic treatment goal.
What Does Gum Contouring Involve?
When excess soft tissue is removed, the procedure may also be called a gingivectomy. A soft-tissue laser or another surgical method may be used when appropriate, but the technique depends on the cause and depth of tissue involved.
Who May Benefit?
Orthodontic patients with excess or uneven gum tissue, or tissue that interferes with orthodontic access, may benefit. Gum disease, bone-related concerns, and restorative needs require care from an appropriate outside dentist or specialist.
An in-person evaluation is required before Dr. Camy Kwok can recommend care for an individual patient.
What Can Patients Expect?
Step 2
Plan the contour
The proposed tissue change, limitations, alternatives, and expected healing are reviewed.
Step 3
Reshape and heal
The selected area is numbed and reshaped, followed by individualized healing instructions.
Potential Benefits
- Can reveal more natural tooth surface
- May improve gum-line symmetry
- Can improve orthodontic access or support restorative care performed by an outside dental provider
Limitations and Considerations
- Results depend on lip movement, tooth position, tissue, and bone anatomy
- Soreness, bleeding, tissue rebound, asymmetry, or sensitivity can occur
- Bone-related concerns may require crown lengthening or another procedure from an outside periodontist or appropriate specialist
What Alternatives May Be Considered?
Alternatives may include observation, orthodontic tooth movement, or no treatment. Treatment of gum inflammation, crown lengthening, and restorative changes are outside Avocabo's scope and are referred to an appropriate outside dentist or specialist.
Comfort, Recovery, and Aftercare
Temporary tenderness, swelling, or sensitivity can occur. Follow instructions for brushing, rinsing, food, activity, and medication while avoiding trauma to the healing tissue.
When Should You Contact Our Office?
Call for bleeding that does not stop as instructed, increasing swelling, fever, drainage, severe pain, or tissue changes that concern you during healing.
Call us at 702-623-8832Insurance and Payment
Benefits and out-of-pocket costs vary by plan and treatment. Our team can help review available benefit information and discuss payment options after an evaluation; coverage is not guaranteed. Visit our insurance and payment page for current practice information.
Gum Contouring FAQs
No. It may improve orthodontic access or support restorative treatment performed by an outside dental provider.
No. The method depends on tissue thickness, supporting bone, treatment area, and clinical goals.
Some tissue change or rebound can occur. Stability depends on anatomy, inflammation control, tooth position, and the procedure performed.
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Have Questions About Gum Contouring?
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