Excess Gum Tissue
Some teeth may be partially covered by more gum tissue than desired.
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Gum contouring can reshape excess or uneven gum tissue to improve the balance between your teeth and gums or expose additional tooth structure when needed for restorative treatment. ParkSide Dental in Brooklyn provides gum contouring, gingivectomy and crown lengthening for patients with or without dental insurance, with insurance assistance and self-pay options available.
Excess or uneven gum tissue can make teeth look short, create a “gummy smile,” or interfere with restorative dental treatment. ParkSide Dental provides gum contouring, gingivectomy and crown lengthening in Brooklyn with Dr. Anton Moskalenko, DDS.
Our office is located at 325 Ocean Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11225, near Prospect Park and Prospect Lefferts Gardens. English, Spanish, Russian and Ukrainian are spoken.
Gum contouring reshapes gum tissue to improve the proportion between the teeth and gums. A gingivectomy removes selected gum tissue, while crown lengthening exposes more tooth structure and may be performed for cosmetic or restorative reasons.
The right procedure depends on whether the goal is cosmetic reshaping, improving access for a crown or other restoration, or addressing excess gum tissue around the teeth.
Gum contouring reshapes the visible gumline around the teeth.
Gum contouring is used to remove or reshape selected gum tissue when the gumline looks uneven, covers too much of the teeth or needs adjustment before restorative treatment.
Depending on the clinical goal, treatment may involve gingivectomy, crown lengthening or another periodontal approach.
Several anatomical factors can affect how much gum tissue shows when you smile.
Some teeth may be partially covered by more gum tissue than desired.
Teeth may appear shorter when the gumline covers more of the visible crown.
Different gum heights around neighboring teeth can make the smile appear asymmetrical.
Additional tooth structure may need to be exposed before a crown or other restoration can be placed.
A gingivectomy removes selected excess gum tissue.
A gingivectomy may be used to reshape the gumline, remove excess tissue or improve access around a tooth depending on the treatment goal.
The amount of tissue removed is planned to preserve a healthy relationship between the gums, teeth and supporting structures.
Crown lengthening exposes more natural tooth structure.
Crown lengthening may be performed when more tooth structure needs to be visible above the gumline. This can be done for cosmetic reasons or to make enough tooth accessible for a crown, bridge or other restoration.
In some cases, treatment may involve more than soft-tissue reshaping depending on tooth position and surrounding bone.
The procedures overlap, but their clinical goals can differ.
Primarily involves removal or reshaping of gum tissue in selected cases.
Exposes more tooth structure and may be performed for restorative or cosmetic reasons.
Treatment depends on gum health, tooth position and the reason for reshaping.
Patients who show more gum tissue than desired when smiling may be evaluated for cosmetic contouring.
Selected areas can sometimes be reshaped to create a more balanced appearance.
Crown lengthening may be considered when a crown or other restoration needs additional exposed tooth structure.
Gum health, periodontal condition, medications and healing factors are considered before surgery.
The exact technique depends on the amount of tissue being reshaped and the treatment goal.
The dentist evaluates the gumline, tooth structure, bite and restorative needs.
The treatment area is numbed before tissue is reshaped.
Selected gum tissue is carefully removed or repositioned according to the treatment plan.
The gumline is refined to support the cosmetic or restorative goal.
Patients receive instructions for cleaning, eating and managing temporary tenderness.
Healing is evaluated before final restorative treatment when crown lengthening is part of a larger dental plan.
“Gum contouring is not simply about removing tissue. The goal is to create a healthy gumline that works with the tooth shape, the bite and any restorative treatment that may be planned.”— Dr. Anton Moskalenko, DDS
Results depend on the original gumline, tooth shape and reason for treatment.
Cosmetic gum contouring can expose more of the natural tooth surface and create a more even gumline. Crown lengthening performed for restorative reasons is planned around the amount of healthy tooth structure needed for treatment.
Individual results vary, and final appearance should be evaluated after the gum tissue has healed and matured.
The current ParkSide page describes a general recovery period of approximately 1-2 weeks.
Temporary tenderness, mild swelling, sensitivity or light bleeding can occur.
Early soft-tissue healing is usually progressing, though the area may still feel sensitive.
Many patients experience substantial early recovery during this period.
The gumline can continue settling after the initial healing period, especially before final restorative work.
Softer foods are generally easier during early healing.
Yogurt, eggs, pasta, soft vegetables and other easy-to-chew foods may be more comfortable initially.
Hard or sharp foods may irritate healing gum tissue.
These foods may irritate the surgical area during early recovery.
Diet recommendations can vary depending on the extent and location of treatment.
Temporary symptoms are common, while complications are less common.
Potential side effects can include temporary pain, swelling, sensitivity and bleeding. Other possible concerns include infection, delayed healing, gum recession or an uneven final gumline.
Contact the office if bleeding is persistent, pain or swelling is worsening, fever develops or the area does not appear to be healing as expected.
ParkSide Dental does not currently publish a fixed price for gum contouring, gingivectomy or crown lengthening. Cost depends on the number of teeth involved, treatment complexity, whether the procedure is cosmetic or restorative, and the technique used.
With insurance: Dental insurance may provide benefits when gingivectomy or crown lengthening is medically or restoratively necessary. Purely cosmetic gum contouring may not be covered.
Without insurance: Self-pay patients can receive an individualized treatment estimate after examination.
Brooklyn is our primary location and focus. ParkSide Dental is located at 325 Ocean Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11225, near Prospect Park and Prospect Lefferts Gardens. We also see patients from Flatbush, Crown Heights, Kensington, Ditmas Park, Windsor Terrace and surrounding Brooklyn neighborhoods.
Languages spoken: English, Spanish, Russian and Ukrainian.
Gingivectomy, crown lengthening, healing, insurance and other common questions.
Gum contouring reshapes excess or uneven gum tissue to improve gumline balance or expose more tooth structure when clinically appropriate.
A gingivectomy removes selected gum tissue. It may be used for gumline reshaping or other clinical reasons depending on the case.
Crown lengthening exposes additional tooth structure and may be performed for cosmetic reasons or before restorative treatment such as a crown.
Gingivectomy primarily removes gum tissue, while crown lengthening is intended to expose more tooth structure and may involve additional periodontal treatment depending on the case.
Local anesthesia is typically used during treatment. Temporary tenderness, sensitivity or swelling may occur afterward.
The current ParkSide page describes approximately 1-2 weeks for general early recovery, although the gum tissue may continue to mature beyond that period.
Softer foods are generally recommended during early healing. Avoid crunchy, spicy or seedy foods if they irritate the surgical area.
Coverage depends on why the procedure is performed. Restorative or medically necessary treatment may receive benefits, while purely cosmetic treatment may not be covered.
Yes. Crown lengthening may be used to expose enough healthy tooth structure for a crown or another restoration when clinically necessary.
Temporary pain, swelling, sensitivity and light bleeding can occur. Contact the dentist if symptoms worsen or healing does not progress as expected.
An examination can determine whether gingivectomy, crown lengthening or another approach is appropriate.
Call (718) 462-7436 and tell our team whether your concern is a gummy smile, uneven gumline or a restorative treatment need.
Use our online appointment request and briefly describe your concern.
ParkSide Dental is located at 325 Ocean Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11225, near Prospect Park.
Dr. Anton Moskalenko, DDS can evaluate the gumline and tooth structure and explain whether gum contouring, gingivectomy or crown lengthening is appropriate.
Cosmetic and restorative dental care at ParkSide Dental in Brooklyn.
Dr. Anton Moskalenko, DDS provides comprehensive dental care at ParkSide Dental and evaluates patients considering gum contouring, gingivectomy and crown lengthening.
Treatment recommendations are based on gum health, tooth structure, restorative needs and cosmetic goals.
If excess or uneven gum tissue affects your smile or restorative treatment, an examination can help determine whether gum contouring, gingivectomy or crown lengthening is appropriate.
ParkSide Dental
325 Ocean Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11225
English • Spanish • Russian • Ukrainian spoken
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