A Laser Gum Lift is a dental procedure that repositions the gum line to reveal more tooth and less gum when smiling.
It may be performed as part of a planned smile-design process to harmonise gingival contours before finalising crowns or veneers, or as a simple, localised gingivectomy to expose a deep cavity margin so a restoration can be completed more predictably.
Conventional crown-lengthening involves lifting the gum around the necks of the teeth to expose the underlying bone. The crestal bone is then surgically reduced to the desired level, and the gum is sutured into its new position. A periodontal dressing is often placed and may remain for up to two weeks.
Laser-assisted technique (our approach):
Using both hard- and soft-tissue lasers —specifically the Fotona LightWalker — we perform the gum lift using a flapless technique. The predetermined gum contour is gently sculpted with the laser, followed by laser-assisted bone reshaping performed beneath the gum without raising a traditional flap.
Depending on the extent of the procedure, new restorations or cosmetic crowns/veneers may be completed immediately or delayed 6–11 weeks to allow tissues to stabilise.
All risks and benefits will be discussed in detail during your consultation.
Potential risks and complications associated with laser gingival contouring, gingivectomy, or crown lengthening include (but are not limited to):
