We have recently talked about cosmetic treatments like teeth whitening, porcelain veneers, and dental bonding. These treatments help improve the appearance of your teeth. But what about your gums? In today’s blog, your Shrewsbury, MA, dentist talks about improving gummy smiles with gum contouring.
Gummy Smiles and Periodontal Disease
For some, issues with the growth of the jaw or the eruption of the teeth could lead to excessive gingival display. Showing too much gum could make teeth appear short or uneven, and could make you feel self-conscious about your smile. Likewise, if you have periodontal disease, there could be swelling or even recession that impacts the appearance of your smile. To help reshape the gum and improve overall symmetry our team could offer gum contouring with advanced laser dentistry.
Gum Contouring
Our team will first gently mark the areas of the gums that need to be removed. We then use dental lasers to trim away these excess tissues, reshaping the gum line with precision and accuracy. The lasers target areas with precision to avoid damage to your healthy structures. Since we don’t use scalpels or sutures, the procedure only takes one visit and the targeted area heals quickly, with most people returning to their normal routine after only 24 hours. The lasers help reduce the risk of bleeding, infection, and swelling too, and rarely requires the use of anesthesia. In one visit, we can transform the overall beauty of your smile.
Treating Periodontal Disease
If you have a more advanced stage of periodontal disease, then we could use the same technology to remove the diseased parts of your gums, so that healthy tissues can attach to the teeth and reduce the depth of periodontal pockets. This helps make the disease manageable with dental cleanings and other preventive actions, so you avoid the risk of tooth loss. If you have sore, red, or bleeding gums, then contact our team right away. Likewise, if your smile shows off too much gum and you want to improve the appearance of it, then reach out today.
If you have any questions about laser dentistry and gum contouring, then contact our team today to learn more and get started on your treatment.
Learn More About Custom Cosmetic Dentistry
We want to help you enjoy an attractive smile; one you can’t wait to show off to the world! So, reach out to our team to talk about treatment with advanced laser dentistry. Cosmetic dentistry can help you feel confident in your smile and enjoy results that boost overall smile beauty, sometimes in only one visit. To schedule your visit for our cosmetic treatments and periodontal procedures, call Modern Dentistry of Shrewsbury in Shrewsbury, MA at (508) 842-8838 today.
