Been considering gum contouring to fix my gummy smile, but I'm kinda nervous about potential issues or side effects. Has anyone here done it and had problems afterward, or was it pretty smooth sailing?
"Been considering gum contouring to fix my gummy smile, but I'm kinda nervous about potential issues or side effects."
My daughter had gum contouring done last year (she was super self-conscious about her smile too). Honestly, it went smoother than I expected. She had some mild soreness and sensitivity for a few days, but nothing major. Just make sure you follow the aftercare instructions closely—soft foods, gentle brushing, etc. I totally get the nerves though...we were pretty anxious beforehand too. But overall, she's really happy with the results now. Hope that helps ease your mind a bit!
Honestly, it went smoother than I expected.
My sister-in-law had this done a couple years back. She mentioned similar stuff—some sensitivity and mild discomfort for a few days, but nothing too intense. One thing she did say was that her gums felt kinda weird at first, like they were tighter or something? But apparently that went away after a week or two. Just curious though, did your dentist mention anything about potential gum recession down the line? Heard mixed things about that...
