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Have you considered gum contouring?
Have you ever felt insecure about how your smile looks because it shows too much gum? A “gummy smile” is nothing to worry about from a health perspective, but if it’s making you feel unhappy with the way you look, gum contouring could be the solution you’re looking for.
A guide to gum contouring
Gum contouring is a relatively easy procedure that your dentist can provide that will instantly transform your smile. This treatment is also sometimes referred to as gingival sculpting or a gingivoplasty. When you choose this treatment, your dentist will use either a scalpel or a laser to remove or reshape your gum tissue.
Depending on whether you want your gums to look more even in appearance or achieve a higher or lower gumline, the treatment will slightly differ. In most cases, gum sculpting will involve the removal of excess tissue so that more of your tooth structure is visible when you smile.
What to expect
Gum contouring is a fast, effective cosmetic treatment that usually only takes one visit to your dental practice!
Local anaesthesia will be used to numb your gums, which will then be sculpted to your desired aesthetic. In some cases, your dentist may use sutures to keep the gums in place after reshaping. Treatment times vary from person to person, but this work typically only takes 1 or 2 hours.
Does gum contouring hurt and how long does it take to heal?
The treatment is performed under local anaesthesia, so it should be pain-free! However, due to the nature of the treatment it’s likely that you will feel soreness afterwards. Your dentist will likely prescribe you a painkiller to help reduce pain during the healing period.
Laser gum contouring usually takes anything from a week up to 10 days to heal fully, though in some cases healing can be instantaneous. During the recommended healing period, you should avoid eating hard foods so that your gums have the best chance of recovering as swiftly as possible.
You will also be required to visit your dentist again a few days or a week after your gum contouring appointment to ensure your gums are healing properly and that they aren’t infected.
Find out more
If you want to find out more – get in touch! Our practice has dentists who are members of the British Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (BACD). This ensures that they are experts at providing procedures such as gum contouring and will always deliver an exceptional standard of treatment!
Please contact our team today if you’d like to book an appointment.
Brushing your teeth is important… but it’s only part of the story 🦷
In this video, Richard explains why cleaning between your teeth matters too - and the different ways you can do it, including:
✔ Floss
✔ TePe brushes
✔ Water flossers
Your toothbrush can’t always reach the tight spaces between your teeth, which means plaque and food can build up in these areas over time.
Cleaning between your teeth daily can help reduce:
✨ Gum problems
✨ Bad breath
✨ Tooth decay between teeth
Not sure which option is best for you? There’s no one-size-fits-all approach, and our team can help you find what works best for your smile and lifestyle.
Watch the video to learn more 💙
#SmileMonth #HealthySmiles #OralHealth #GumHealth #Healthysmile #PatientsFirst #NaturalTeeth #Portishead #NorthSomerset #Dentist #PortisheadMarina #Clevedon #Nailsea
Do you wake up with jaw pain, headaches or tension in your face? You could be clenching or grinding your teeth without even realising it.
In this video, Yasmin discusses how neurotoxin injections may help relieve symptoms associated with TMJ problems and teeth grinding.
For some patients, treatment can help to:
✨ Relax overactive jaw muscles
✨ Reduce clenching and grinding
✨ Ease tension and discomfort
✨ Help with headaches linked to jaw strain
Many people grind their teeth during sleep or clench during stressful periods, often without knowing they’re doing it.
If you’ve been experiencing symptoms such as:
• Jaw ache
• Facial tension
• Headaches
• Worn teeth
• Clicking or tightness in the jaw
…it may be worth exploring your options.
#TMJ #TeethGrinding #JawClenching #FacialAesthetics #Portishead #NorthSomerset #PatientsFirst #Healthysmile #Dentist #PortisheadMarina #Clevedon #Nailsea
✨ A little update from us at Evolve Dentistry ✨
As many of our patients know, our practice is currently closed this week while essential repair work is being carried out.
While everything is being completed, we’d just like to gently remind everyone not to leave any dental concerns until the last minute where possible. If something doesn’t feel quite right, please get in touch with us sooner rather than later so we can help arrange the most appropriate care for you.
Thank you so much for your patience, kindness and understanding while the work takes place - we’re looking forward to welcoming everyone back very soon. 💙
#Northsomerset #patientsfirst #patientsatisfaction #multiawardwinning #healthysmiles #healthysmile #dentist #portishead #portisheadmarina #nailsea #clevedon #acceptingnewpatient
Did you know? 👀
One of the simplest ways to improve your oral health is cleaning between your teeth every day.
Your toothbrush cleans the front, back and biting surfaces of your teeth - but it can’t always reach the tight spaces in between, where plaque and food can build up.
Using interdental brushes or floss daily can help:
✨ Reduce gum problems
✨ Freshen breath
✨ Lower the risk of decay between teeth
Not sure which products are best for you? Our team would always be happy to help guide you.
Small habits really do make a big difference 💙
#SmileMonth #HealthySmiles #GumHealth #OralHealth #Healthysmile #PatientsFirst #Portishead #NorthSomerset #Dentist #NaturalTeeth #Clevedon #Nailsea
✨ Is tooth whitening safe? ✨
Richard answers one of the questions we hear all the time in our latest Two Thirty video.
When carried out correctly and under the guidance of a dental professional, tooth whitening is a safe and effective way to brighten your smile. In this short video, Richard explains how professional whitening works, why it’s important to avoid unregulated products, and what patients should know before starting treatment.
Watch now to learn more and see if tooth whitening could be right for you 🤍
#Northsomerset #patientsatisfaction #patientsfirst #healthysmiles #smilemakeovers #healthysmile #acceptingnewpatients #nailsea #portishead #clevedon #portisheadmarina #dentist #toothwhitening #whiteteeth #smileconfidence
✨ “I can’t stop smiling.” ✨
We love hearing how much confidence patients gain from their new smile 🤍
In this video, one of our patients shares her experience after having veneers fitted at Evolve Dentistry and talks about how pleased she is with the results.
Every smile makeover is personal, and our aim is always to create natural, beautiful results that help patients feel more confident every day.
If you’ve been thinking about improving your smile, veneers may be one of the options available to you.
Watch her story and see the difference a smile can make ✨
#Northsomerset #multiawardwinning #patientsatisfaction #patientsfirst #smilemakeovers #healthysmile #acceptingnewpatients #nailsea #portishead #clevedon #portisheadmarina #dentist #veneers #cosmeticdentistry #smileconfidence
✨ What is composite bonding… and is it right for you? ✨
Composite bonding is one of the most popular cosmetic dental treatments we offer at Evolve Dentistry - but many people still aren’t completely sure what it actually involves.
Our latest blog explains:
🦷 What composite bonding is
🦷 What kinds of concerns it can improve
🦷 Whether it’s suitable for your smile
🦷 What to expect from treatment
From repairing chips and smoothing edges to improving the overall appearance of your smile, composite bonding can often create beautiful, natural-looking results with minimal preparation to the teeth.
Read the full blog to find out whether composite bonding could be the right option for you 🤍
#Northsomerset #multiawardwinning #patientsatisfaction #patientsfirst #smilemakeovers #healthysmile #acceptingnewpatients #nailsea #portishead #clevedon #portisheadmarina #dentist #compositebonding #cosmeticdentistry #smiledesign
