Laser gingivoplasty Doctors in Jordan

Laser gum contouring reshapes the gum line to correct what is known as a “gummy smile” — where the gum covers a large part of the tooth surface so the teeth look short — or to correct uneven gum margins between teeth. The laser removes excess tissue and shapes the new margin while sealing small vessels as it works, reducing bleeding and giving the dentist a clearer field. Before considering shape, the **cause** of excess gum display must be identified, because treatment differs entirely: the gum tissue may genuinely be overgrown (where contouring helps), the tooth crown may not have fully erupted, or the cause may be excess upper-jaw growth or a hypermobile upper lip — and these last two are not solved by gum contouring alone and may need a different intervention. Initial assessment is what prevents a disappointing result. No gum aesthetic work is done before inflammation is controlled: gums inflamed or enlarged by plaque or certain medications must be treated and stabilised first, otherwise tissue is reshaped that will change shape again within weeks. In some cases the dentist removes a calculated amount of bone along with tissue (crown lengthening) to stabilise the result and prevent the tissue regrowing over the tooth. Recovery is usually quick with mild discomfort, but the final appearance needs weeks for gum margins to settle fully — judging the result early is misleading. Meticulous oral hygiene and avoiding smoking are what preserve the result long term. Candidacy is determined by examination, periodontal probing and radiographs.