When you have a gummy smile, this means you show off too much gum tissue, and this could alter the appearance of the smile. but we can provide a cosmetic treatment to reshape your smile, all in one visit. In today’s blog, your Lake Orion, MI, dentist talks about our laser gum contouring procedure.
The Issues Related to Gummy Smiles
For some, as their smile grows and develops, there could be too much gingival tissue on display. This creates a gummy smile, which can not only show off too much gum when you smile, but could also make teeth appear uneven or short. This could be a source of embarrassment, and traditional cosmetic treatments like veneers or teeth whitening cannot address them. But our team can help reshape the gum line with our contouring procedure, using advanced laser technology.
Contouring With Laser Technology
Our team will first examine the smile and then gently mark the gums to not where they should be trimmed and reshaped. Instead of scalpels and sutures, our team will use dental lasers to offer gum contouring. With a concentrated beam of light calibrated for soft tissues, our team can make a huge difference in the appearance of your smile. Our team will use the laser to gently trim away the excess portions and take time to reshape the gum line in the process. The procedure takes one visit, and the lack of scalpels and sutures mean the area heals quickly, with patients returning to their normal routine in as little as 24 hours. The advanced technology is precise and protects healthy tissues from damage, and also lowers the risk of bleeding, swelling, and infection. The technology is comfortable too, and rarely requires the use of anesthesia.
Treatment for Periodontal Concerns
Our team can also use the same technology to manage periodontal disease and keep your smile whole! When you have a more advanced stage of the disease, then our team can use the dental lasers to trim away the diseased portions, which enables healthy tissues to attach to the teeth and make the disease manageable with preventive treatments moving forward, such as a cleaning every three to four months. If you have any questions about how our team will diagnose and treat common periodontal concerns, or if you would like to schedule a visit, then contact our team today to learn more.
Talk to Your Lake Orion, MI Dentist’s Office About Cosmetic Dentistry
Our team wants to help you enjoy results that look great and protect your smile, which is why we use advanced dental lasers as part of our gum contouring procedure. To schedule an appointment for your gummy smile, then call Lake Orion Family Dentistry at (248)693-6213!
