Serving West Orange, NJ
Achieve a Flawless Smile with Gum Contouring
The appearance of your gums plays a crucial role in the overall look of your smile. If you have a gummy smile or excess gum tissue that makes your teeth appear shorter, gum contouring, or a gingivectomy, can help restore balance and enhance your smile. This procedure can be performed using either a laser, traditional surgery, or a combination of both, depending on your unique needs.
For those with uneven gum lines, where the gum height differs from tooth to tooth, a laser can often be used to gently expose more of the tooth. This is a quick and minimally invasive procedure that can noticeably improve your smile in just minutes. The healing time is minimal, usually just a day or two. In some cases, if the removal of gum tissue exposes part of the root, it may need to be covered with a porcelain veneer or bonding.
In more complex cases, such as when both gum and bone tissue need to be removed, a more advanced approach is required. Previously, this involved a traditional surgery with cutting and flap creation, followed by the removal of a few millimeters of bone. However, today, this procedure can be done with a special laser, drastically reducing healing time and minimizing postoperative discomfort.
Both laser and traditional surgical methods offer great results, and the best option for you will be determined by your dentist's expertise. To learn more about gum contouring or to schedule a consultation, contact us at The Art of Smile Dental today.
