Most dental patients know that cosmetic and restorative dentistry procedures improve your teeth. There are treatments to reshape teeth, straighten teeth, repair damaged teeth, whiten teeth, and replace missing teeth. But what about your gums? Do you realize how integral your soft tissues are to the overall appearance of your smile? With cosmetic dentistry in Carlsbad, you can improve the shape of your smile!
Improvements with Cosmetic Dentistry in Carlsbad
The shape and size of your gum line can make your teeth appear too large or too small or otherwise out of proportion. Gum contouring can repair gums that appear too low or too high in relation to the teeth and design them for the perfect smile. People who are unhappy with their gums might want to examine gum contouring. Many dentists and periodontists offer gum contouring surgery as part of cosmetic dentistry in Carlsbad. This procedure is also called gingival sculpting, gingival contouring or gum graft surgery, but don’t let the term surgery frighten you. It is performed with a precision laser and is minimally invasive. The procedure usually involves little pain and requires no recovery time.
Gum reshaping is not always done for purely cosmetic reasons, it is also used to treat gum recession, a common condition that can lead to decay and tooth loss. In gum graft surgery, soft tissue is often taken either from the roof of the mouth, the area surrounding the site of the grafting, or a tissue bank. Gingival grafts used to cover exposed tooth roots can protect against continued gum recession and alleviate tooth sensitivity. Of course, gum grafts often increase the attractiveness of the smile in the process. If you are seeking more details about gum contouring, call La Costa Dental Excellence today at 760-633-3033 to schedule a consultation about cosmetic dentistry in Carlsbad.
Contact La Costa Dental Excellence:
760-633-3033
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7730 Rancho Santa Fe Rd Ste 106
Carlsbad, California
92009