Laser Gum Treatment in Perth & Subiaco
What Is Laser Gum Treatment?
Laser gum treatment, also called “gingivectomy,” uses a dental laser to remove or reshape excess gum tissue around the teeth. The procedure has a dual purpose in clinical and cosmetic dentistry:
- Clinical: Managing gum disease by removing overgrown tissue and periodontal pockets where bacteria thrive.
- Cosmetic: Evening up the gum line around your front teeth, called “laser gum contouring”.
The laser trims and seals the gum tissue at the same time. Compared to a traditional surgical gingivectomy using a scalpel, this usually means less discomfort, less bleeding and faster healing.
Who Can Benefit from a Laser Gum Treatment?
Laser gum treatment may suit people with excess or uneven gum tissue. That includes a “gummy” smile and an uneven gum line that makes your smile look asymmetrical. It can also help where gum tissue has become overgrown and is interfering with teeth cleaning.
Laser gum contouring is also sometimes used to manage gum conditions, or to prepare a tooth for a crown or veneer. It isn’t suitable in every case. The amount of tissue that can safely be removed depends on your gums, teeth and underlying bone. Receding gums or active gum disease also need to be addressed first.
When you book a consultation for laser gum treatment in Perth with Dental 359, Dr Thomas Munro or your dentist checks these factors before recommending treatment.
Laser Gum Treatment FAQs
Have questions about laser gum contouring? If you can’t find the answer below, feel free to reach out to our reception team for personalised advice.
Laser gum treatment doesn’t hurt during the procedure, because the area is numbed with local anaesthetic first. Afterwards, some tenderness and mild soreness are normal as the gums settle. You may wish to use over-the-counter pain relief according to the packet instructions. If you’re anxious about laser gum treatment or cosmetic dentistry in general, let us know so we can make sure you’re comfortable.
Recovery from laser gum contouring is usually faster than traditional gum surgery, although the exact timeline varies from patient to patient. Some tenderness or swelling can occur during the first few days. Most people find their gums settle over one to two weeks as the tissue heals. The gums then continue to firm up and reach their final shape over the next weeks. Following your dentist’s aftercare advice, especially gentle brushing and keeping the area clean, helps it heal smoothly.
Contact us for an emergency dental appointment if discomfort or swelling is increasing rather than improving.
The cost of laser gum treatment in Perth depends on how much gum tissue needs to be reshaped and how many teeth are involved. Some patients need treatment around one or two teeth, while others require a wider area. We don’t provide an online cost for gingivectomy or laser gum contouring because everyone’s situation is different. We’ll assess the gums first and provide a treatment plan with an itemised cost breakdown before you decide whether to go ahead.
Dental 359 has payment plans to help manage the cost of dental treatments. See our Payment Plans page for current information.
Some gum tissue can change or partly return after a gingivectomy, depending on why the excess tissue developed and your individual healing response. Your gum health, anatomy and the original cause of the overgrowth can all affect long-term stability. Your dentist will explain what is realistic in your case and monitor the gum line at future check-ups.