Teeth can sometimes lose bone and gum support as a result of gum disease. This can lead to progressive loosening of the tooth and eventual loss of the tooth if the gum disease is not treated.

Gum reshaping, also known as "crown-lengthening" and more commonly referred to as a gum lift, has historically been used to treat gum disease. It is only within recent years that dentists have used this Technique for aesthetic purposes. This treatment can lengthen the appearance of your teeth by reshaping your gums. The gum lift is a cosmetic dental Technique that raises and sculpts the gum line. This Technique involves reshaping the tissue and/or underlying bones to create the appearance of longer or symmetrical teeth, thereby making the smile more aesthetically pleasing. This Technique is typically done to reduce excessively gummy smiles or to balance out an asymmetrical gum line.