Gum Reshaping in Turkey
Also known as: Gingivectomy · Gum reshaping · Gum sculpting · Gum recontouring · Gingival contouring · Gingival reshaping · Aesthetic gingivectomy · Cosmetic gingivectomy · Gum lift · Gummy smile treatment · Gummy smile correction · Gum line correction
Gum reshaping at Auradentis in Istanbul corrects an uneven gum line on the front teeth, so each tooth shows the same amount, in one visit; it is quoted per case after your photos are reviewed, with a written price before you book. Planned on photos and often done the day before bonding or veneers.
- Price
- Written quote per case
- Visits
- 1 visit
- Time
- 30–60 min
- Healing
- 2–4 weeks
Last updated 2026-10-14
35 min · Istanbul AirportWhat it is
Symmetry of the gum line is what makes new veneers or bonding look right; reshaping is planned on the smile design first.
Reshaping is for an uneven line on otherwise healthy gums; if the gums are swollen or bleeding, treating gum disease comes first and often evens the line by itself.
Reshaping is measured against the teeth, not done by eye. The dentist marks the new line while you sit up and smile, because a gum line that looks right lying back in the chair can sit a millimetre too high when you are upright and talking.
A gingivectomy removes and reshapes a small amount of gum tissue so the teeth look longer and the gum line runs evenly. It is the fix for a gummy smile, for teeth that look short because gum covers them, and for an uneven line on the front teeth.
We do it with electrocautery: minimal bleeding, no stitches, and every dentist on the team can perform this minimal procedure. Cases that would need bone reshaping are assessed separately.
- Why patients choose it
- Longer-looking teeth, even gum line
- One visit, local anaesthetic
- Electrocautery: minimal bleeding, no stitches
- Planned together with bonding or veneers
Priced per case
There is no list price for this treatment because every plan is different. Send your photos and you receive a written quote before you book. Composite bonding is the one treatment with a published range.
Price basis: written quote per case
- Consultation and X-rays
- Premium composite materials
- Airport transfers, 25 minutes each way
- Patient coordinator on WhatsApp before, during and after
- Video follow-up once you are home
We do not publish list prices for this treatment because every plan is different. Send your photos and you receive a written quote before you book.
Step by step
- 1Before you fly
Photos and gum assessment
Send a full smile photo; we check whether it is gum, tooth position or lip that causes the look and plan accordingly.
- 2Day 1 · 30–60 min
Contouring
Local anaesthetic, new gum line marked with you watching, tissue reshaped with electrocautery.
- 3Day 2–3
Check and cosmetic work
Healing check; bonding or veneer preparation can follow in the same trip if planned.
- 42–4 weeks
Healed
Gums settle to their final line; final veneers or bonding edges are matched to it.
Is it right for me?
Usually a good fit
- ✓Gummy smile with healthy gums
- ✓Uneven gum line on the front teeth
- ✓Short-looking teeth before bonding or veneers
- ✓Gum overgrowth from braces or medication
Not ideal, or treated first
- –Active gum disease: treated first
- –Gummy smile caused by the upper jaw or lip: different treatment
- –Very thin gum tissue: assessed case by case
What can go wrong
Every treatment has risks. Here are the honest ones, and what we do about them.
Soreness
Mild soreness for a few days; managed with over-the-counter painkillers and a soft diet. Full healing takes two to four weeks.
Regrowth
If only gum is removed where bone is close to the tooth, gum can grow back. That is why we check bone levels on the X-ray and do crown lengthening when needed.
Sensitivity
Newly exposed tooth surface can be sensitive for a few weeks; it settles, and bonding or veneers cover it if planned.
Aftercare and how long it lasts
- Soft food and no hot drinks for 24 hours
- Gentle brushing, antiseptic rinse for a week
- No smoking during healing
- Check-up photo at one and four weeks
Permanent when bone levels are respected; gum does not grow back over a correctly contoured line.
Questions patients ask
What is gum reshaping?
Electrocautery removal of small amounts of gum so each front tooth shows the same amount and the line follows a natural curve.
How many teeth are usually reshaped?
The six upper front teeth in most cases; single teeth when one sits higher than its neighbours.
Is gum reshaping done before or after veneers?
Before, three to four weeks ahead, so the final veneer or bonding edge is made to the settled gum line.
How much gum can be reshaped?
One to three millimetres in most cases. Beyond that the bone level usually has to change too, which is a different operation and not one we take on.
Is it done before or after bonding?
Before. The gum is contoured first and allowed to settle, then the composite is shaped to the new line, usually later in the same visit or on the next day.
Does gum contouring hurt?
No during the procedure (local anaesthetic) and mild soreness for two to three days after.
Laser, scalpel or electrocautery?
We use electrocautery for cosmetic contouring: precise, minimal bleeding, no stitches, and results comparable to laser. Scalpel techniques are used elsewhere for cases that involve bone.
How much does gum contouring cost in Turkey?
Gum contouring is quoted per tooth after your smile photo is reviewed and is usually bundled into a bonding or veneer plan; you receive a written quote before you book.
Can it fix my gummy smile completely?
If the cause is gum covering the teeth, yes. If it is the upper jaw or a hypermobile lip, contouring alone will not; we tell you after the photos.
Related treatments
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