Gum Contour

Most patients find gum contouring very comfortable. Dr. McDermott uses laser technology to reshape the gum tissue with precision, and the treatment typically involves little discomfort.

Gum contouring is usually a quick appointment. Your exact treatment time will depend on how much tissue needs to be reshaped and whether one or multiple areas of the smile are being treated.

You may be a good candidate if you have excess gum tissue, an uneven gumline, or teeth that appear short due to gum coverage. Dr. McDermott can evaluate your smile and help you find out whether gum contouring is the right option.

Yes. Many patients choose gum contouring after orthodontic treatment to enhance their final smile. Once braces or Invisalign have aligned your teeth, gum sculpting can help create a more polished, balanced result.

Yes. Laser gum contouring is a safe, precise treatment when performed by an experienced provider. The laser allows Dr. McDermott to reshape the gumline while minimizing bleeding, swelling, and recovery time.

Most patients recover quickly after gum contouring. You may have some mild tenderness for a short time, but many people return to normal daily activities right away.

In most cases, the results of gum contouring are long-lasting. Once excess gum tissue is reshaped, it usually does not grow back in the same way.

Yes. McDermott Orthodontics offers gum contouring for patients in Arnold, Florissant, and surrounding St. Louis communities. Dr. McDermott can help you decide whether this treatment makes sense for your smile.