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Laser gum contouring - will it help to make my smile more symmetrical and attractive? (photos)

I’m about to have laser gum contouring on my top 4 teeth next Thursday. Do you think that will address the issues with my smile, or are there other things I could do (aside from getting veneers or crowns, which I sadly can’t afford) to make my smile more symmetrical and attractive? I’ve always hated my smile and want to do all I can afford to make it look less “little girl” like. Also, I’m about to pay $1339 for the gum contouring on the 4 top teeth. Does that seem reasonable?

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