Did you know that we offer same-day cosmetic treatments that can address not only your teeth, but concerns with your gums as well? If you have an issue that can lead to too much periodontal tissues visible when you smile, then we can help in one sitting. In today’s blog, your Prairie Village, KS, dentist talks about reshaping smiles with gum contouring.
The Impact of a Gummy Smile
For some, as the smile grows and develops, there could be too much periodontal tissue on displays. Also known as a gummy smile, this can alter the appearance of the smile in negative ways, leading to teeth appearing short or uneven in many cases. For others, this could be due to swelling, a complication related to the presence of periodontal disease. With advanced laser dentistry, we can conduct a gum contouring procedure to address the issue and help improve the beauty of the smile, all in a single visit too!
The Help of Dental Lasers
Dental lasers are a concentrated beam of light that has been specially calibrated to handle soft tissue concerns. We use these in lieu of scalpels and sutures to handle sensitive soft tissue problems like a gummy smile. The lasers can target areas with greater precision than scalpels, which means no damage to healthy gums, and the risk of bleeding, infection, and swelling is much lower. Since we don’t need sutures, the treated areas heal quickly, so patients can return to their normal routine after a day or two of rest. In the process, the technology also destroys harmful oral bacteria, which further protects the smile from the risk of complications and discomfort afterward.
The Contouring Process
Our team will examine the smile and then gently mark the gums where the tissues need to be removed. We then use the lasers to gently trim these tissues away. As we do, we take care to ensure proper symmetry in the smile, so the gum line is attractive and you can feel more confident in your smile. The results will be immediately noticeable, and we will discuss ways to ensure a fast-healing process afterward.
If you have periodontal disease, this can also be used to remove diseased tissues from the smile and allow our team to be able to manage the issue with follow-up procedures like cleanings every three to four months. If you have any questions about laser gum contouring, then contact our team today!
Call Dr. Robert Browne, D.D.S. for Same-Day Treatment
We want to help you enjoy a more attractive smile in only one visit. To find out more about addressing your periodontal cosmetic concerns, or to schedule an appointment, please call Dr. Robert M. Browne, D.D.S. in Prairie Village, KS at (913) 901-8585.
