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Gum Contouring in Foothill Ranch, CA

Is your smile showing too much gum, or too little? If uneven gum tissue is keeping you from loving your smile, gum contouring may be the answer. Dr. Irvani combines artistry and precision to reshape your gumline.

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Gum Contouring in Foothill Ranch, CA
What is Gum Contouring

What Is Gum Contouring?

Gum contouring is a cosmetic dental procedure that reshapes the gumline to improve the proportion and the symmetry of your smile. Using a soft tissue laser, Dr. Irvani gently removes or sculpts excess gum tissue to expose more of the tooth surface, creating a more even and aesthetically balanced result. Because the laser seals as it works, there is usually no need for stitches and healing is considerably quicker. The procedure is typically completed in a single visit. Most patients find it far gentler than they had expected.

The Benefits of Gum Contouring

Balanced Proportions

Reshaping the gumline improves the proportion and the symmetry of your smile far more than most patients expect over the long term ahead of you and across all.

Laser Precision

A soft tissue laser sculpts the tissue with real accuracy, which is difficult to achieve with conventional technique over the long term ahead of you and across all.

No Stitches

Because the laser seals as it works, there is usually no need for sutures, and healing is considerably faster over the long term ahead of you and across all.

Single Appointment

The procedure is typically completed in one visit, so the improvement is visible before you leave the office over the long term ahead of you and across all of the.

Our Step-by-Step Process

Here is what you can expect during gum contouring at Foothill Ranch Dentistry.

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  1. 01

    Smile Evaluation

    Dr. Irvani evaluates your gumline, your tooth proportions, and the overall balance of your smile during your appointment here with our team.

  2. 02

    Design Mapping

    We map exactly how much tissue will be reshaped so you understand the result before we begin during your appointment here with our team.

  3. 03

    Comfortable Numbing

    The area is numbed thoroughly, though most patients find laser treatment gentler than expected during your appointment here with our team.

  4. 04

    Laser Reshaping

    The soft tissue laser gently removes or sculpts the excess tissue to expose more tooth surface during your appointment here with our team and.

  5. 05

    Healing Guidance

    We review the short healing timeline and the simple aftercare that protects your new gumline during your appointment here with our team and before.

Signs You May Benefit from Gum Contouring

Notice any of these? Schedule a visit — early care is easier care.

Gummy Smile

Your smile shows more gum tissue than you would like, which makes you self-conscious about it, and it has continued that way for some time now.

Uneven Gumline

Gum heights vary across your smile, so some teeth appear longer or shorter than their neighbors, and it has continued that way for some time now.

Short Teeth

Excess tissue makes your teeth look short even though the crowns underneath are a normal size, and it has continued that way for some time now.

Cosmetic Plan

Gum reshaping would complete a wider cosmetic plan that also includes veneers or whitening, and it has continued that way for some time now.

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Elizabeth K. May 2025
Dr. Irvani gave me a second opinion consultation regarding Invisilign, tooth alignment, for my teeth. I was concerned that it might not be the best choice for me as I have receding gums. He examined my teeth and gums and then gave me his professional opinion. I trust him as I was a patient at one time and I have a neighbor who has been a patient of his for years who thinks highly of him. The consultation was without cost to me. I can now make my decision confidently regarding Invisilign. Thank you Dr. Irvani!
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Initialg G. February 2026
Friendly service from everyone in the office. Thorough evaluation of my gums and teeth. I've been getting fairly regular dental exams. Just recently started going to his office. Learned more about my teeth and dental health yesterday than in all my years of visiting other dentists. Highly recommended!
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Christine C. July 2024
I’ve always had sensitive gums and a mouth, making things nerve racking visiting a dentist. This isn’t the case here! I’m treated with gentleness and cautiousness for cleanings, x-rays, and consultations. Highly recommend.
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Farah E. November 2021
I have never thought going to a dental office would be this pleasant!! Very knowledgeable doctor and entire staff. My deep gum cleaning was painless and very professionally done! I will refer dr. Irvani and his dental office to everyone 👍
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Chuck G. March 2021
Dr. Irvani has been my dentist for years. Came in with an insanely painful and infected abscess deep under my gum and tooth which required extraction of the tooth as well as treating the infected tissue, followed by an implant. I was completely freaked out about the procedure but it was actually pretty much painless and not a big deal at all. I had the final tooth fit yesterday onto the implant and it looks and feels great. Dr. Irvani and his staff are the best!
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Elaine F. September 2024
Dr. Irvani is absolutely an excellent DDS, and had done so much for me, with my gums and teeth in the past 3 weeks..
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Teresa V. September 2026
First appointment with Dr. Aria Ivania was very pleasant. Office staff were cordial and professional and there was pretty much no wait time. The dentist was kind, and he took care of my emergency very well. I have a follow up appointment so I’ll up date this review.
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Rob K. September 2026
Great experience. The staff and Dr Arvani do great work. I’ve been with them for 30 years and always very happy with their service
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Mirtha M. August 2026
Dr Irvani's office is the best all the staff is very professional and friendly with a calming atmosphere that places the patients at ease. Mirtha. Mosunic
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Suz G. July 2026
I've been going to doctor Irvani for years. And he is the best dentist ever. He is always on time, respectful, willing to work with you. and the quickest crown ever.
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Why You’ll Love Gum Contouring at Foothill Ranch Dentistry

We make gum contouring a precise, comfortable way to balance your smile, using a soft tissue laser that sculpts and seals as it works, a design mapped out in advance so you know the outcome before treatment begins, and Dr. Irvani’s artistic eye guiding every detail of your new gumline.

Here are just a few reasons our patients love us:

  • Soft Tissue Laser
  • Artistry Applied
  • Preview Before Treatment
  • Quick, Comfortable Visit
Gum Contouring at Foothill Ranch Dentistry

Frequently Asked Questions About Gum Contouring

If you have any questions about gum contouring, we’ve got answers.

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How does the laser work?

Using a soft tissue laser, Dr. Irvani gently removes or sculpts excess gum tissue to expose more of the tooth surface. The laser seals as it works, so stitches are rarely needed.

Will I need stitches?

Because the laser seals as it works, there is usually no need for sutures. Healing is considerably quicker than after conventional gum surgery.

How long does it take?

The procedure is typically completed in a single visit. Most patients find it far gentler than they had expected beforehand.

How much does gum contouring in Foothill Ranch, CA, cost?

The cost depends on how many teeth are involved in the reshaping. Our team reviews all fees with you before treatment begins.

Does insurance cover gum contouring in Foothill Ranch, CA?

Coverage depends on whether the procedure is cosmetic or medically necessary. Our team will verify your benefits and explain what applies.

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Reshaping the frame changes the balance of a whole smile. Contact Foothill Ranch Dentistry to discuss gum contouring in Foothill Ranch, CA.

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