Gum Recontouring

It has been said that healthy gums are a “frame” for the teeth, much like a fine painting is accompanied by a nice picture frame which presents everything in balance.  Healthy pink gum tissue, that is well proportioned, can give a nice, natural look to one’s smile.  However, when gums are excessive or uneven, the difference is apparent and can be off putting, personally and professionally.

Uneven gums can give the impression to others that one tooth is longer than another. Another example may be when someone smiles and their gums become the center of the attention, rather than the smile itself.  Patients who experience this, may be strong candidates for a cosmetic dental procedure known as gum recontouring.

Gum recontouring can help restore a persons smile which can lead to a renewed confidence, both personally and professionally.  In addition to cosmetic benefits, gum recontouring may help correct future problems, such as destabilization or a weakening of the teeth,  increased sensitivity to hot and cold temperatures and promote the return of gum tissue to a healthy overall state.

Dr. Jennifer Bartlett has been helping patient’s suffering from excessive gumminess, asymetrical gums, and even receding gums to achieve a more balanced healthy smile, for many years.  In most cases, the procedure is minor, and recovery  happens quickly.    The gum tissue usually heals very quickly and with little discomfort.  During the procedure, Dr. Bartlett uses a small laser to carefully sculpt and or/graft tissue as needed to restore a more natural, youthful smile.  Since she is using a laser, it will actually reseal and the gum tissue as it goes, meaning faster healing time, as compared to stitches.

Dr. Bartlett can answer any questions you may have about the procedure, and will provide detailed aftercare and recovery instructions, and help take measures to prevent infection, and speed the healing process.    If you have any questions about gum recontouring, give Dr. Bartlett a call!