Do you have a “gummy” smile that makes your teeth look too small? Is excess periodontal tissue making your gorgeous grin look asymmetrical or off balance? Gum recontouring in Reno permanently removes this excess tissue, revealing more of your natural tooth structure, creating a more balanced smile and putting the focus back where it belongs – on your beautiful teeth!
Gum recontouring is a procedure designed to remove excess periodontal tissue and reshape the gumline for either aesthetic purposes or to better fit a dental crown over a tooth. It works by removing the overgrowth of tissue so that more of the natural tooth structure is visible, giving the appearance of bigger teeth and a brighter, bolder smile.
Gum recontouring can typically be done in just one appointment. First, we’ll administer a local anesthetic, so your mouth stays comfortable during your procedure. Once ready, we’ll use the soft tissue laser to carefully remove only the excess gum tissue. This device uses concentrated light to vaporize tissue, making it much more precise than traditional surgery with a scalpel, and because the light cauterizes as it works, there is usually no need for stitches or sutures, either. This also translates to a lower risk of developing an infection while you heal, as well as a more comfortable recovery overall.
There are many amazing benefits to gum recontouring, including:
