Most dental patients know that cosmetic, restorative and orthodontic dentistry procedures improve the appearance of your smile. There are treatments to reshape teeth, straighten teeth, correct damaged teeth, whiten teeth, and replace missing teeth. But what about your gums? Do you understand how much gum shape adds or detracts from the appearance of your smile?
You Can Contour Your Gums
The shape and size of your gumline can make your teeth appear too large or too small or otherwise out of proportion. Gum contouring can correct gums that appear too low or too high in relation to the teeth and customize them for the perfect smile.
People who are unhappy with their gums might want to examine gum contouring. Many dentists and periodontists offer gum contouring surgery.
Gingival Sculpting
This procedure is also called gingival sculpting, gingival contouring or gum graft surgery, but don’t let the term surgery frighten you. Cosmetic gum contouring is performed using a precision laser. The procedure usually involves little pain and requires no recovery time.
Gum Contouring Can Treat Gum Recession
Gum reshaping is not always done for purely cosmetic reasons, it is also used to treat gum recession, a common condition that can lead to decay and tooth loss.
In gum graft surgery, soft tissue is frequently taken either from the roof of the mouth, the area surrounding the site of the grafting, or a tissue bank. Gum grafts applied to exposed tooth roots protect teeth from continuing gum recession and decay and reduce tooth sensitivity. Of course, gum grafts often increase the attractiveness of the smile in the process.
If you are seeking more details about gum contouring or other dental procedures, call Hereford Dental Health – Craig Longenecker DDS today at 410-357-0099 to schedule a consultation.
We provide quality dentistry to patients in Monkton and the greater Parkton area.
Contact Hereford Dental Health – Craig Longenecker DDS:
(410) 357-0099
Location (Tap to open in Google Maps):
16928 York Rd
Monkton, MarylandArticleID 6774
