Gum Contouring for a Balanced Smile in Dongdaemun Seoul
Reshape excess or uneven gum tissue so your teeth look better proportioned and your gum line looks even. Planned from your smile line and explained in English.
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Where can I get gum contouring in English in Dongdaemun, Seoul?
Dongdaemun SeoulOneTop Dental Clinic provides gum contouring on the 5th floor of 1050 Jegi-dong, Dongdaemun-gu, a 2-minute walk from Jegi-dong Station Exit 2 on Subway Line 1. Selected gum tissue is reshaped to correct excessive gum display, an uneven gum line or teeth that look short.
Your dentist assesses the relationship between your gum margins, tooth size and smile line, then explains in English which areas to reshape. Laser-assisted contouring may be considered for suitable cases.
Gum contouring options
Treatment can be localized or cover the whole smile, depending on your gum proportions.
Gummy Smile Correction
Reshapes excess gum tissue for a better balance between teeth and gums.
Gummy smile correction →Uneven Gum Line Correction
Improves symmetry when gum margins look uneven around the front teeth.
Localized Gum Contouring
Treats excess or irregular gum tissue around specific teeth only.
Aesthetic Gum Reshaping
Shapes gum margins to suit your tooth proportions and smile.
Laser Gum Contouring
Laser-assisted reshaping for suitable cases that need precise contouring.
Laser gum contouring →Contouring can help with
- Excessive gum display
- Uneven gum line
- Asymmetrical gum contours
- Irregular gum margins
- Short-looking teeth caused by excess gum tissue
- Uneven tooth exposure
Who it suits
- Adults concerned about excessive gum display
- Patients with an uneven gum line
- Patients with asymmetrical gum contours
- Patients whose teeth appear short because of excess gum tissue
- Patients with irregular gum margins
- Patients seeking improved smile proportions
How gum contouring works
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Initial Consultation & Smile Evaluation
The dentist examines your teeth, gums, smile line, and overall oral condition.
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Gum & Tooth Proportion Assessment
The relationship between the gum margins, tooth size, tooth position, and smile display is evaluated to determine whether gum contouring may be appropriate.
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Personalized Treatment Planning
A customized plan is developed to determine which areas require reshaping and how the gum contours can be adjusted to create balanced proportions.
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Gum Contouring Procedure
The selected gum tissue is carefully reshaped according to the treatment plan.
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Post-Treatment Care
Patients receive instructions regarding oral hygiene, diet, and care of the treated gum tissue during the healing period.
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Follow-Up Evaluation
A follow-up appointment may be recommended to evaluate gum healing and the appearance of the final gum contours.
Smile design planned in detail
- DSD
Digital smile design Your new smile is previewed digitally before treatment begins.
- ZO
Ultra-thin veneers ZeroOne Film no-prep veneers that are thin, light and natural-looking.
- LAB
In-house dental lab Veneers and laminates are crafted and adjusted on site.
- SHD
Shade matching Color and shape are matched to your face and natural teeth.
Care led by board-certified dentists
Each treatment is handled by the dentist certified in it, and the whole team reviews patient records together every morning.
Gum Contouring for foreigners in Seoul
Smile trip to Seoul
Send photos of your smile before you fly. We suggest options and how many visits to plan.
Expats & students
Consultations in English, with evening appointments until 8 PM on Wednesdays and Fridays.
Not sure what you need?
We explain the difference between whitening, bonding, veneers and laminates for your teeth.
Who is a good candidate for gum contouring?
Adults with excessive gum display, an uneven or asymmetrical gum line, or teeth that look short because of excess gum tissue.
Is gum contouring done with a laser?
Laser-assisted contouring may be considered for suitable cases. Read about laser gum contouring.
What is recovery like?
You receive instructions on oral hygiene, diet and caring for the treated gums while they heal, and a follow-up may be recommended to check the final contours.
Can gum contouring be combined with veneers?
Yes. Gum contouring can be part of a broader cosmetic plan. Read about smile makeovers.
Do the dentists speak English?
Yes. Consultations and treatment explanations are given in English, with support in Chinese, Vietnamese, Russian and Mongolian.
Where is the clinic and when is it open?
5F, 1050 Jegi-dong, Dongdaemun-gu, Seoul, a 2-minute walk from Jegi-dong Station Exit 2 on Subway Line 1. Open Mon, Tue and Thu 9:30 AM–6:30 PM, Wed and Fri until 8:00 PM, and Saturday until 2:00 PM.
Ask about gum contouring in English
Send a smiling photo. We'll reply with what contouring could change and what to expect.
