Sometimes it’s not the teeth, it’s the gums. At Santucci Orthodontics, we offer gum contouring in Wichita to address uneven gumlines or excess gum tissue can make even healthy teeth look short, crowded, or out of balance. Gum contouring is a simple, effective way to reshape your smile by gently removing or reshaping the tissue around your teeth. The result is a cleaner, more proportionate smile that highlights the natural beauty of your teeth.
Gum shaping is ideal for people who feel like their gums are overshadowing their teeth or creating an uneven smile. You may be a good candidate if you:
We’ll start with a careful exam to make sure gum contouring is the right fit for your goals. In many cases, it’s a quick and easy way to elevate your smile without major treatment.
Gum contouring is a simple in-office procedure that gently reshapes the gumline to create a more balanced, symmetrical smile. After numbing the area, we use precise tools, often a soft tissue laser or specialized instruments, to carefully remove excess gum tissue and sculpt the edges around each tooth.
The process is comfortable, with little to no bleeding, and recovery is typically quick. Most people return to normal activities within a day or two. The results are immediate, with a cleaner, more open look to your smile that continues to improve as the gums heal.
In some cases, gum contouring is paired with orthodontic or restorative treatments to complete a full smile transformation.
Our Wichita offices combines precision, comfort, and aesthetics in every gum shaping procedure. Whether you’re preparing for orthodontics or simply want a more refined look, our soft tissue sculpting techniques provide subtle, lasting results. Every treatment is personalized to your facial proportions and smile goals.
