Gum Contouring Cost, Benefits, Treatment Options, and Process in Turkey
An attractive smile can create strong social connections; unfortunately, gum issues may interfere with its warmth. At Teeth Implants Turkey, our gum contouring treatments not only increase gum health but also make your smile look more pleasing by using precise gum sculpting techniques. This cosmetic procedure is often performed to enhance the appearance of a patient’s smile, though it can also be part of necessary treatments for periodontal disease. Our professional periodontists work together to give you that amazing smile—while also protecting its functionality!
What is Gum Contouring?
The gum contouring procedure is an efficient dental procedure designed to reshape gums for aesthetic reasons, often to make the gum line even or reduce how much gum shows when smiling. If your gums are uneven or too high or low for your smile to look natural and balanced, this treatment could give them that perfect touch that melds them better with the surrounding teeth—you will love how great the results look afterward!
How Much Does Gum Contouring Cost in Turkey?
Gum contouring in Turkey typically costs between €100 to €300 per tooth; laser gum contouring for gummy smiles generally costs from €1,000 to €3,000 on all your front teeth, depending on its complexity and whether laser or Botox treatment will be employed. Dental insurance typically does not cover cosmetic procedures like gum contouring unless deemed medically necessary. At Teeth Implants Turkey, the cost of gum contouring starts from €100 per tooth. Our specialists in every field come together to ensure your treatment will be both good-looking and long-lasting. It may be necessary for us to inspect several dental areas prior to treatment, which could influence the final price tag.
What's the Difference Between Gum Contouring, Gum Grafting, and Gum Recession?
Gum Contouring:
In essence, gum contouring involves having your dentist reshape your gums by removing excess gum tissue so they appear more balanced—for cosmetic reasons primarily. In Turkey, it generally costs 100-300 pounds per tooth, while full mouth treatments could range anywhere between 2,000-3,000 pounds.
Gum Graft Turkey:
Gum grafting may be needed if your gums are peeling back and exposing your teeth—for this procedure, they cover the visible roots with tissue from another part of your mouth or use donated tissue. In Turkey, gum graft surgery cost around 500 pounds per tooth, but the cost depends upon its complexity and the potential outcome.
Gum Recession:
Receding gums occur when your gums start to recede from around your teeth, creating longer-looking and root-exposed teeth—increasing tooth sensitivity, and possibly leading to other dental issues. Sometimes, this issue needs to be fixed with contouring or grafting procedures—gum recession treatment cost will depend on the cost of these procedures.
What Are the Common Causes of a Gummy Smile?
- Hypermobility of the upper lip, causing it to rise too much;
- Strong muscles that lift the lip higher than normal;
- A short upper lip or a thin upper lip;
- Vertical overgrowth of the upper jaw;
- Teeth that are small or too short in height;
- Extra bone growth on the outside of the upper jaw;
- Overgrowth of gums caused by certain hypertension medications;
- Excess gum tissue contributes to a ‘gummy’ smile, which can be addressed through gum contouring procedures.
The Process of Gum Contouring: How It's Done?
Botox for a gummy smile:
Botox is among the most popular and straightforward options for correcting gummy smiles in Turkey. Since the process is brief and painless, most patients find it a pretty smooth experience. To address gummy smiles brought on by lip problems, we utilize Botox and sometimes lip augmentation. Still, the results are not permanent—every six to eight months, you will have treatment once more. However, there is no pain, swelling, or bleeding later, so even with repeated treatments, the patient is not harmed.
We utilize Botox when the issue isn’t a short upper lip but rather a powerful muscle that pushes the lip up too high while smiling. Under these circumstances, the lip raises more than normal, revealing the gums. Botox injections into this muscle will help to stop this muscle from constantly tugging the lip up, therefore producing a more balanced smile. There is no need to use anesthetics during this five to ten-minute operation. We inject Botox into two small areas in one to two sessions; after 10 to 15 days, the lip settles into a lower position and, in some circumstances, looks fuller.
After the treatment, patients often feel more confident and can smile freely without feeling self-conscious. This simple fix can really boost someone’s self-esteem, and based on our experience in Turkey, we’ve seen excellent results and high patient satisfaction from this approach to gummy smile correction with Botox.
Laser for gummy smile:
We often use lasers to fix gummy smiles and shape gums when too much gum shows when the patient talks or laughs. Usually, this happens when the teeth are small—even if they are straight—which makes the gums more apparent. In certain cases, Botox may not be sufficient hence we seek better outcomes by using laser treatments. This works particularly well when the gummy smile results from the shape of the tooth and gum line.
We use the laser method quite often—we level and shape the gums with the laser under a basic anesthetic. About thirty to forty-five minutes is needed for this easy operation. The healing phase after therapy lasts four to five days. It is common for patients to feel some puffiness or moderate bleeding at this period. Oral care and following the dentist’s advice are important for a quick recovery—for gum and tooth shape problems causing gummy smiles, this is a fast and efficient fix.
Orthognathic Surgery for Gummy Smile:
We only resort to orthognathic surgery as a last choice to fix a gummy smile. This is so because most patients need between two to three weeks to recuperate. This operation doesn’t just affect the gums—we also operate on the bone behind the gums, shaving it down and adjusting it to correct the gummy smile.
Usually, patients have a comparably more difficult recovery period after surgery. Typically, medications to alleviate pain and infections are required for the first three to four days. Also, to aid with swelling, ice compresses are an essential at this period. In addition, patients must exercise extreme caution when it comes to their dental hygiene for the first two to three weeks after surgery in order to promote healthy recovery. Although this approach is more intensive, it might be the appropriate one when other therapies just do not work.
Benefits of Gum Contouring Treatment
- It’s a smooth procedure, usually done with laser or electrosurgery;
- If the gums are healthy, there’s little to no bleeding during the process;
- The treatment is safe because it doesn’t affect the underlying bone;
- Results are seen quickly, making it an efficient option;
- It makes the teeth appear longer, giving the person a fuller, more attractive smile;
- Less gum visibility means people can laugh confidently without feeling self-conscious;
- Reducing the gap between the gum and bone helps lower the risk of bacteria buildup and bone loss over time, improving overall oral health.
When Do We Recommend Smile Design Treatments After Gum Contouring in Turkey?
If there are other problems with the teeth, such as cracks or gaps, or if the teeth are excessively short, we commonly advise smile design procedures after gum contouring. After we address the gummy smile, we may proceed to these additional procedures to achieve a more harmonious appearance. For instance, we typically utilize laminated veneers—one of the most common procedures after gum contouring here in Turkey—if the teeth are short or have cosmetic issues. Should the teeth be yellow or discolored, we might advise teeth whitening to enhance the smile. When teeth need further restorative work—because of injury or wear—we utilize dental crowns—either zirconia or emax crowns—to rebuild the teeth.
Certain individuals also have lips that pull up too much when they smile, perhaps all the way up to the nose. We not only fix their gummy smile but also do lip repositioning to lower the lip, therefore ensuring that the gums are less evident when they smile. The best part is that facial expressions are absolutely unaffected by this. It just encourages people to smile more boldly, therefore raising their overall self-esteem.
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FAQs
Can I Eat After Laser Gum Surgery?
After laser gum surgery, eat soft foods for at least the first week of recovery. Eating yogurt, mashed potatoes, and eggs is a good option as it should not place undue stress or strain on your gums; taking extra care with what you eat during this time period will ensure smoother overall recovery. So simply be gentle with your gums during these few days of recovery—you will soon return to your usual health.
What is Aesthetic Gum?
Aesthetic gum treatment, sometimes known as “pink aesthetics,” aims to enhance the appearance of your gums and hence your entire smile. It focuses on your gum’s form, color, and location to make sure your teeth are framed as best as they can be. Aesthetic gum treatments may correct problems like uneven, too high, too low, or too exposing gums when you smile. The aim is to have a well-balanced and healthy appearance that draws attention to your teeth.
What is Gingivectomy?
Gingivectomy is a surgical process in which your dentist removes small sections of gum tissue. This procedure may become necessary when plaque builds up between your teeth and gums, leading to gum overgrowth or pockets that cannot be effectively cleaned through regular brushing or flossing alone. By extracting extra gum tissue, your dentist is helping prevent further gum disease while making it easier for you to maintain the cleanliness of your mouth.
Gingivectomy can not only serve medical needs; it can be used to enhance your smile by reshaping gums for a more attractive, balanced look—making the procedure itself not only an antidote against gum disease but an invaluable way to make you more beautiful overall.