Gum Recontouring – Canton, GA
Crafting a Balanced Smile
Too often, the focus of cosmetic dentistry is placed on changing your teeth. However, they may not be the problem; instead, your gums might keep you from feeling confident about your smile. At Dentistry at Hickory Flat, we have a solution that is designed to address this issue – gum recontouring in Canton. By removing excess tissue, we can reveal the kind of healthy grin that looks balanced and beautiful – two characteristics that can help you make a good first impression, no matter who you are planning to meet. If you believe your gums are all you see when looking in the mirror, call to schedule a consultation with our team today.
What is Gum Recontouring?
Gum recontouring is a cosmetic treatment that removes excess tissue around your teeth to create a balanced, beautiful gumline that helps you exude the confidence you deserve. The soft tissue laser that is used by our dentists ensures a more comfortable experience – one that delivers optimal precision without pain or swelling. When finished, you will see nothing but a proportional smile that you can be proud of.
Who Is a Candidate for Gum Recontouring?
Determining whether you are a good candidate for gum recontouring requires that you meet with one of our dentists for a consultation. Our team will examine your gumline and determine if you’re healthy enough to undergo this type of process.
Generally, we will approve gum recontouring if:
- You have what is considered a “gummy smile”
- You want your teeth to look longer, not “stubby”
- You are at risk of gum disease and want to minimize the potential for a serious bacterial infection
- You have a tooth that is severely decayed or damaged and needs a dental crown, but it currently lacks the structure to adequately support a custom restoration
The Gum Recontouring Process
When preparing for gummy smile correction in Canton, our team will begin by administering local anesthesia. This will keep the process pain-free, allowing you to remain comfortable while in the treatment chair. We’ll then use our soft tissue laser to carefully remove the excess tissue surrounding your teeth. This is done with the help of the laser’s concentrated beam of light that moves precisely along the tissue to create a balanced appearance.
The bleeding and swelling are minimal because of the laser’s ability to cauterize the tissue during the process. As a result, there will be less downtime required after the procedure, and the chances of infection are significantly reduced.
The Benefits of Gum Recontouring
Pursuing changes to your gumline allows you to experience many great benefits, such as:
- A more confident appearance that makes a good first impression
- An efficient and pain-free procedure
- A reduced chance of infection because of the use of a soft tissue laser
- Less downtime after the procedure is completed
- Reduced risk of gum disease because of the removal of excess tissue