Refine Your Smile With Carefully Planned Gum Contouring
If your gums sit too high, too low or unevenly around your teeth, gum contouring may help refine the gum line and create a more balanced-looking smile where suitable.
At Start Smiling, we offer carefully planned gum contouring treatment, focusing on precision, comfort and natural-looking results designed to enhance your smile, not overpower it.
What Is Gum Contouring?
Gum contouring, also known as gum reshaping, is a cosmetic dental procedure that carefully adjusts the shape of the gum line where suitable.
It may be used to:
- Improve an uneven gum line
- Reduce the appearance of a “gummy smile”
- Reveal more of the natural tooth where appropriate
- Create better symmetry
- Complement treatments such as veneers, bonding or whitening
The aim is subtle refinement, not dramatic change.
Why Choose Gum Contouring?
Gum contouring treatment can make a subtle but meaningful difference to smile aesthetics for suitable patients.
Benefits include:
- Improved balance between teeth and gums
- Enhanced smile symmetry
- Long-lasting cosmetic improvement where suitable
- Usually straightforward recovery
- Can be combined with other cosmetic treatments
For many patients, gum contouring can be a useful finishing touch as part of a wider cosmetic treatment plan.
Gum Contouring At Start Smiling, What Makes Us Different?
Precision and planning are essential for carefully considered gum line reshaping.
At Start Smiling, we focus on:
- Detailed assessment of your smile and gum health
- Conservative reshaping, preserving healthy tissue
- Comfort-first treatment, with appropriate anaesthesia
- Natural aesthetics, not over resection
- Clear communication at every stage
We only recommend gum contouring when we believe it may genuinely enhance your smile and is suitable for your gums, teeth and overall oral health.
Who Is Gum Contouring Suitable For?
Gum contouring may be suitable if you:
- Feel your gums make your teeth look short
- Have an uneven gum line
- Want to improve smile symmetry
- Are planning veneers, bonding, or whitening
- Have healthy gums, stable oral health and good oral hygiene
We’ll assess your gums, teeth, gum levels, tooth proportions, bite and oral health before confirming whether gum contouring is suitable. Gum contouring is not suitable for every case. If uneven gum levels are linked to gum disease, recession, tooth position or bite concerns, we may recommend stabilising your oral health or considering alternative treatment first.
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What Does Gum Contouring Treatment Involve?
Treatment is usually straightforward for suitable patients, and we’ll explain what to expect before you begin.
Does Gum Contouring Hurt?
Gum contouring is carried out under local anaesthetic to help keep the area numb during treatment.
Mild tenderness afterwards is normal
Initial healing is usually straightforward
Many patients return to normal activities within a day or two, depending on the extent of treatment
We’ll guide you through aftercare and explain what to expect during healing.
How Much Does Gum Contouring Cost?
The cost of gum contouring depends on the number of teeth involved and the complexity of treatment. At Start Smiling
- Gum contouring starts from £30 per tooth
- Costs are explained clearly before treatment
- No treatment is carried out without your consent
- Finance options may be available for combined treatments
Transparency is always a priority.
Caring For Your Gums After Contouring
Proper aftercare supports healing and long-term results.
We’ll advise you on:
- Gentle oral hygiene during healing
- What to avoid in the short-term healing period
- Follow-up appointments if needed
- How to keep the area clean while it heals
- What tenderness or sensitivity to expect
- When to contact us if swelling, bleeding or discomfort worsens
Once healed, results are usually long-lasting, although this depends on your gum health, oral hygiene and individual healing.
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What our patients have to say...
Denise Somers
Patient
Every member of staff is always extremely kind, thorough, and patient. Always thorough in explanations and ensure every client feels valued.
Jeff Emberson
Patient
My Dentist is Tony Aneiros, he has been my Dentist for many years. I have confidence in his skills as Dentist and he has always been very professional when caring for my teeth. He has a friendly manner and is mindful to keep the patient at ease and pain free. We recently moved and now live a long way from the surgery, but I have no intention of changing Dentist.
Gill Carter
Patient
Bradley the Hygienist is very considerate as I really don’t like the process but I know it’s necessary. I would recommend him if you are a nervous patient.
Lynn Culley
Patient
Have been going to Start Smiling for as long as I can remember. I am an old person, but still wants a good smile. 😬. Natalie the hygienist is lovely. Receptionist are always polite and friendly. Tom my dentist is good. Never felt worried or anxious when I go.
Anne-Marie Winch
Patient
Very satisfied with all treatment received so far. I shall be using Start-Smiling from now on for check ups, hygienist, etc. A very friendly and helpful team. Thank you
Michael Seymour
Patient
I had some excellent treatment at Start smiling and can’t thank the team enough. The care and kindness shown by everyone really stood out and put me completely at ease. A fantastic dentist and a genuinely caring practice
John Robinson
Patient
I have been using start smiling for the last 4 years, I can highly recommend their services. I had 3 implants fitted, and also some cosmetic work done . I am very pleased with the results. Thank you to all the staff there.
Steve Franks
Patient
Turned up late for my appointment due to train issues, I was already extremely nervous but the staff were very kind and considerate. Appointment itself was fine despite my rambling on in my nervousness. Very professional service. Thank you Start Smiling I would recommend you to anyone with similar 'phobias'
Toni Featherstone
Patient
Absolutely amazing, before coming here I had a terrible fear with dentist. From the day I went to start smily I have felt completely at ease! Can’t not recommend them enough! Thank you so much I can’t wait now for the final finish of my new teeth 🦷
Nicky Allen
Patient
We’ve had such a great experience with Tony, the orthodontist treating my son. His teeth are coming along beautifully and we’re so pleased with the progress. Tracey on reception and the nurse are both absolutely lovely — always welcoming, kind, and they truly go above and beyond. The whole team makes every visit a positive experience. I would highly recommend.
A-A Ron
Patient
Great practice, very friendly, high quality of dental care from Dr Tom Sealey and his colleagues. Just had a brace fitted and it was carried out very quickly with no discomfort. I have been going for 10 years or so. Thoroughly recommend.
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