Transform Your Smile with Periodontal Aesthetic Procedures

Custom Gum Reshaping Procedures for a Beautiful Smile

If you have experienced some degree of gum recession after periodontal disease or are self-conscious about having a “gummy smile,” talk to us about periodontal aesthetic procedures. We have helped countless patients feel more confident about their smile by reshaping the gum line. We use specialized techniques to give you that perfect smile you have always wanted!

Reasons to Undergo a Crown Lengthening Procedure

Aesthetic and functional crown lengthening procedures are designed to give you a “gum lift” if you have a gummy smile or make room for a restoration to be placed. These procedures involve removing excess gum tissue (and sometimes bone tissue), and reshaping the gum line to create a more attractive smile. Whether you have gum tissue overgrowth or naturally have shorter looking teeth because of excess gum tissue, this procedure can create a more balanced appearance.

Benefits of Crown Lengthening

This procedure offers both cosmetic and functional benefits. Esthetic crown lengthening can preserve the health of the smile and enhance the appearance of the gum line. Functional crown lengthening procedures are designed to lower the gum line if there is not enough above-the-gum tooth structure available for a restoration such as a deep filling, crown, or bridge.

Gum Grafting for Patients with Gum Recession

If you have receding gums around a single tooth or multiple teeth, you may need to undergo a gum graft to replace missing tissue. Gum recession can cause a host of problems such as tooth sensitivity, gum disease, cavities, and even tooth loss.

Types of Gum Graft Procedures

There are three main types of gum graft surgery, and the technique we use will depend on your situation and the degree of gum recession you have. The three main types of gum grafts include:

Connective tissue grafts – utilize a tissue sample from the patient’s own mouth, typically from beneath a flap created on the roof of the mouth.
Free gingival grafts – involve sourcing tissue directly from the roof of the mouth and attaching it to the treatment area.
Pedicle grafts – allow for a gum graft by using the tissue around the affected tooth and stretching it over the exposed root.

Learn more about periodontal aesthetic procedures available at our practice in Manchester or Glastonbury, CT by scheduling your consultation with Dr. Vincent LaPorta or Dr. Thacker today!

New Patients Manchester: 860-560-1160

New Patients Glastonbury: 860-560-1339