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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.
“How long will it take?” 🤔
It’s one of the first questions we hear from patients considering teeth straightening - and the honest answer is that every smile is different.
Some patients achieve their desired results in as little as six months, while more complex cases may take longer. The good news is that modern orthodontic treatment is carefully planned from the start, so you’ll have a clear idea of what to expect before treatment begins.
At Evolve Dentistry, we’ll assess your smile, discuss your goals and create a personalised treatment plan tailored to you.
Whether you’re looking to correct crowding, close gaps or improve the overall appearance of your smile, the journey may be shorter than you think.
📍 Portishead
📞 Contact our team to arrange a consultation and discover what’s possible for your smile.
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It’s World Wellbeing Week, and we’d love to hear from you!
Looking after your wellbeing doesn’t have to mean making big changes. Sometimes it’s the simple things that make the biggest difference - a walk in the fresh air, spending time with family, exercising, reading a good book or enjoying a coffee with a friend.
At Evolve, we know that looking after your wellbeing is an important part of living a happy, healthy life.
So, here’s our question:
💙 What is your favourite way to look after your wellbeing?
Share your answer in the comments below - you might inspire someone else to try something new!
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☀️ Staying cool during the heatwave ☀️
We’ve seen that some local schools are closing due to the extreme temperatures this week, but we’d like to reassure our patients that Evolve Dentistry remains open as usual.
Our practice is fully air-conditioned, providing a cool and comfortable environment for your appointment, and we always have plenty of chilled water available for patients and visitors.
If you have an appointment booked with us, please continue to attend as planned. If you’re travelling in the heat, we recommend allowing a little extra time for your journey and bringing a water bottle with you.
Thank you for your continued support, and please take care in the hot weather. 🌞💙
📍 Evolve Dentistry, Portishead
📞 If you have any questions about your appointment, please get in touch with our team.
A smile says more than words ever could.
We’re delighted to share this patient’s smile transformation with Dr Richard Ford. Every treatment journey is unique, but the goal is always the same - helping our patients feel confident when they smile.
Seeing the happiness and confidence at the end of treatment is one of the most rewarding parts of what we do.
If you’ve been thinking about improving your smile, we’d love to help you explore your options.
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🚦 Heading to Evolve soon?
Please be aware that major roadworks connected to the new Portishead railway station are due to begin this month and may affect your journey to the practice.
From 22 June, Harbour Road will operate as a one-way system, with diversion routes in place, and from 25 June further bridge works will affect travel around Sheepway and Portbury.
We’ve shared the official diversion map below so you can plan ahead.
If you’re visiting us for an appointment, we recommend allowing a little extra time for your journey over the coming weeks.
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Thinking about straightening your teeth, but worried you’ve left it too late?
You’re not alone.
One of the biggest myths we hear is that teeth straightening is only for teenagers. In reality, more adults than ever are choosing to improve their smiles with discreet orthodontic options such as Angel Aligners.
Whether you’ve always wanted straighter teeth, your teeth have shifted over time, or you’re looking to improve your confidence, modern aligner treatment can fit around your lifestyle with minimal disruption.
✔ Clear and discreet
✔ Removable for eating and brushing
✔ Comfortable to wear
✔ Suitable for many adult patients
If you’ve been considering teeth straightening, why not book a consultation and find out what’s possible for your smile?
📍 Evolve Dentistry, Portishead
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