Besides the appearance of your teeth, your gum line is equally important for a beautiful smile. Unfortunately, if you’ve had gum disease or brush aggressively, your gums might have receded. You may believe gum grafting is the only solution to cover your exposed tooth roots, but there is another option. Gum recontouring can also treat receding gums in Leesburg. You can achieve a picture-perfect smile without scalpels or sutures.
What is Gum Recontouring?
Gum recontouring is a cosmetic procedure that’s often used to remove excess gingival tissue; however, it also provides restorative benefits. In addition to resolving a “gummy smile,” the procedure can repair a low gum line that makes your teeth vulnerable to decay and infection. Not to mention, bacteria can accumulate in the pockets, which can destroy the supporting structures of your teeth. Gum recontouring not only removes tissue but can add to it when recession has developed. It can also trim any extra tissue covering part of the crown.
In the past, scalpels and sutures were needed to perform the treatment, but advanced technology has created a far less invasive method. Laser dentistry allows your dentist to sculpt your gums with pinpoint accuracy. You’ll enjoy better results, fewer risks, and a shorter recovery.
How Can Laser Dentistry Fix Receding Gums?
After an initial consultation, you’ll be scheduled for your procedure. During your appointment, a local anesthetic may be used to ensure you’re comfortable. Your dentist will use a highly concentrated beam of light energy to target the tissue to reshape it. It will also eliminate gingival pockets to encourage the gum tissue to reattach to the teeth to seal out bacteria. The laser stimulates the regeneration of healthy tissue to improve your gum line and oral health.
A dental laser sterilizes while it cuts to kill the bacteria to treat gum disease. This also lowers your risk of infection during your recovery. Your mouth will heal quickly while you enjoy reduced post-operative bleeding and inflammation.
What are the Benefits of Gum Recontouring?
You don’t need to live with the risks or insecurities of receding gums. Laser dentistry is the ideal solution to restore both the health and beauty of your smile. Overall, you’ll enjoy several benefits with gum recontouring, including:
- Virtually pain-free
- Minimally invasive
- Treats gum disease
- Accurate results
- Improves oral health
- Shorter recovery
- Less bleeding and inflammation
- Kills over 99% of bacteria
- Enhances your smile’s appearance
Achieve a Beautiful Smile
Don’t hide behind an unattractive gum line. Your cosmetic dentist can help you achieve the radiant smile you deserve using laser dentistry for gum recontouring. You’ll give your self-esteem a boost while also improving your dental health.
About Dr. Jennifer Pham
Dr. Pham earned her dental degree at the Temple University School of Dentistry. She has completed advanced training in neuromuscular, restorative, implant, and sedation dentistry. She embraces the latest techniques and technologies to provide superior care. If you’re ready to revitalize your smile, contact our office today to see if you’re a candidate for gum recontouring.