Gum Contouring in Milpitas, CA
If a gummy smile or an uneven gum line is holding you back, gum contouring can reveal more of your natural teeth for a balanced, confident look. At our Milpitas office we evaluate your gums, design your ideal gum line, and coordinate the reshaping with a trusted specialist — then complete your cosmetic finishing work in house.
- Free cosmetic smile consultation
- Coordinated referral to a vetted specialist
- Veneers, crowns & whitening in house
- CareCredit & Cherry financing
How your care works at Signature Smiles
To keep your care in the most expert hands, the reshaping procedure itself is performed by a trusted periodontal or cosmetic surgical specialist we partner with — not in our Milpitas office. Our role is to examine your gums, confirm you are a healthy candidate, design the smile you are after, refer you to the right specialist, and complete any cosmetic restorations afterward. One relationship, seamless coordination, and a plan that always puts your safety first.
What Is Gum Contouring?
Gum contouring — also called gum reshaping, gum sculpting, or a gum lift — is a cosmetic procedure that carefully removes or reshapes excess gum tissue to create a more even, symmetrical gum line.
When gums sit too low over the teeth, the result is a “gummy smile” that can make teeth look short or boxy. When the gum line is uneven, teeth can appear crooked even when they are perfectly straight. By refining the ratio of gum to tooth, reshaping lets more of your natural tooth structure show and brings balance to the smile zone — the front teeth most visible when you smile.
The procedure is typically done with a soft-tissue laser or fine surgical instruments under local anesthesia. Simple soft-tissue reshaping is known as a gingivectomy, while cases that also reshape the underlying bone to prevent regrowth are called crown lengthening. A short consultation at our Milpitas office is the best way to learn which approach fits your smile.
Signs Gum Reshaping May Help
Gum reshaping is a highly personal choice based on how you feel about your smile. You may be a strong candidate if you notice any of the following.
A “gummy” smile
Your gums show more than you would like, making teeth look shorter than they really are.
An uneven gum line
Gums sit at different heights, so even straight teeth can look crooked or asymmetrical.
Prepping for veneers
A refined gum line sets the stage for veneers or crowns to look their most natural.
Teeth that look small
Excess tissue can dull the look of your teeth; reshaping reveals more of each one.
Because healthy gums are the foundation of any cosmetic result, we first rule out active gum disease or decay. If we spot early signs of gum disease, we stabilize your gum health with periodontal care before any cosmetic reshaping is planned.
Your Gum Reshaping Journey
From your first visit to your finished smile, our Milpitas team stays with you at every step so nothing falls through the cracks.
Cosmetic evaluation & smile design
Dr. Khera examines your gums and teeth, listens to your goals, and maps the ideal gum line. Digital imaging can preview how your smile may look afterward.
Gum-health check
We confirm your gums are healthy and free of active disease or decay — and treat anything that needs attention first — so your results are safe and lasting.
Coordinated specialist referral
We refer you to a trusted periodontal or cosmetic surgical specialist for the reshaping itself, sharing your smile design and records so your specialist works from a clear, agreed-upon plan.
Cosmetic finishing in house
Once your gums have healed, we complete any planned veneers, crowns, or whitening to bring your full smile makeover together.
Gum Contouring Cost Near Milpitas
Fees vary with how many teeth are treated, whether only soft tissue or also bone is reshaped, and which specialist performs the procedure. These are typical ranges to help you plan.
Single tooth
Soft-tissue reshaping around one tooth.
Smile zone
Reshaping the visible upper front teeth.
Crown lengthening
Gum and bone reshaped for permanent results.
With veneers/crowns
Reshaping bundled into a restorative plan.
Purely cosmetic gum reshaping — for a gummy smile or uneven gum line — is generally not covered by dental insurance. When reshaping is medically necessary, such as part of periodontal treatment or to restore a damaged tooth, a portion may be covered. We verify your benefits and give you a clear estimate before anything begins. To keep care within reach, we offer flexible payment plans including CareCredit and Cherry 0%-interest options. New here? Start with our new patient page.
Pairs Beautifully With
Gum reshaping is often one piece of a larger cosmetic plan. Explore the treatments we combine with a refined gum line, all delivered at our Milpitas office.
Artistry, Coordination & Genuine Care
A growing number of Milpitas families trust their smiles to a privately owned practice that treats every case as one of a kind.
Led by Dr. Gaganjot Khera, DDS, recognized as America’s Best Dentist 2024–2026.
We refer only to trusted periodontal and surgical specialists, then coordinate every detail.
Clear estimates, no surprises, and a plan that keeps your gum health first.
Care in English, Hindi, Punjabi, Urdu, Spanish, and Tagalog.
CareCredit and Cherry make cosmetic care affordable, with 0% options for those who qualify.
Open Saturdays 9am–6pm, so you can plan care around work and family.
Gum Contouring Care for Milpitas & Nearby Cities
Patients travel to our 440 E Calaveras Blvd office in Milpitas from across the South Bay and East Bay.
Gum Contouring FAQs
Do you perform gum contouring in-house at your Milpitas office?
The reshaping procedure itself is performed by a trusted periodontal or cosmetic surgical specialist we partner with, not in our office. Signature Smiles handles your cosmetic evaluation, smile design, gum-health screening, and the referral, then completes any veneers, crowns, or whitening in house. You get expert surgical care and one coordinated relationship for the whole plan.
What is gum contouring?
Gum contouring, also called gum reshaping, gum sculpting, or a gum lift, is a cosmetic procedure that removes or reshapes excess gum tissue to create an even, symmetrical gum line. It is commonly used to correct a gummy smile or an uneven gum line so more of your natural tooth shows.
How much does gum contouring cost near Milpitas?
Reshaping a single tooth typically runs $50 to $350, while treating the visible front teeth usually ranges from $1,000 to $3,000. Crown lengthening that reshapes bone as well as gum tissue can cost more. Your specialist provides an exact estimate after evaluation, and we review financing options with you beforehand.
Does dental insurance cover gum reshaping?
Purely cosmetic reshaping for a gummy smile or uneven gum line is generally not covered. When it is medically necessary, for example as part of periodontal treatment or to restore a damaged tooth, a portion may be covered. We verify your benefits and explain your options before treatment.
What is the difference between gum reshaping and crown lengthening?
Simple reshaping, called a gingivectomy, affects only soft tissue. Crown lengthening also reshapes a small amount of underlying bone, which prevents the tissue from growing back and makes results permanent. Which one you need depends on your gum-to-tooth ratio and bone level, determined at your evaluation.
Does gum contouring hurt, and what is recovery like?
The area is numbed with local anesthesia, so the procedure is comfortable; you may feel light pressure but not pain. Most people have only mild tenderness or swelling for a few days, managed with over-the-counter pain relievers, and return to normal activities within one to two days. A soft diet for a couple of days helps healing.
Am I a good candidate for gum reshaping?
Good candidates have a gummy smile, an uneven gum line, or teeth that look short because of excess tissue, and healthy gums free of active disease. We screen for gum disease and decay first and stabilize your gum health before any cosmetic reshaping is planned.
Can gum reshaping be combined with veneers or whitening?
Yes. Reshaping is often the first step in a smile makeover. Once your gums heal, we complete cosmetic work such as veneers, crowns, or professional whitening in house so your gum line and your teeth look their best together.
Ready to reveal a more balanced smile?
Start with a free cosmetic consultation at our Milpitas office. We will assess your gums, design your ideal gum line, and coordinate your gum contouring from first visit to finished smile.