Most dental patients who come through Cary Family Dental know that cosmetic, restorative, and orthodontic dentistry procedures correct a multitude of smile flaws. There are treatments to reshape teeth, straighten teeth, correct damaged teeth, whiten teeth, and replace missing teeth. But what about your gums? Do you realize how integral your soft tissues are to the overall appearance of your smile?
The shape and size of your gumline can make your teeth appear too large too small or otherwise out of proportion. Gum contouring can repair gums that appear too low or too high about 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.
This procedure is also called gingival sculpting, gingival contouring, or gum graft surgery, but don’t let the term surgery frighten you. Gingival sculpting is done with a laser. It is minimally invasive. The procedure usually involves little pain and requires no recovery time.
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 often 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 information about gum contouring, call Cary Family Dental today at 919-371-4428 to schedule a consultation.
Contact Cary Family Dental:
919-371-4428
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915 Kildaire Farm Rd
Cary, North Carolina
27511
