Learn about the different cosmetic periodontal surgeries and procedures we perform. If you are unhappy with the appearance of short unsightly teeth this can be greatly improved by a combination of periodontal procedures and cosmetic dentistry. Please choose one of the areas below for further details:
Gummy Smiles
The gummy smile makes the teeth look short and not in proportion with the patient's face. By sculpting the gum to make the teeth appear more natural, the smile can be greatly enhanced. Read More >
Allografts
An allograft is any human tissue that is transplanted from one person to another. Kidneys, hearts, corneas, bone, skin, and other tissues are generously donated by individuals or their families. Allograft tissues have been used in millions of surgical procedures for many years. Read More >
Irregular Gum Levels
Regardless of the beauty of the crowns or veneers, unless the gum line is contoured in a pleasing manner, the esthetic results will be poor. Scalloping the gum to a pleasing form is generally very easy for the patient, with minimal post-operative discomfort. Read More >
Root Coverage
When the gum has receded beyond the crown, and the root is showing, it is often desirable to re-cover the root surface (mostly cosmetics), but also if there is root sensitivity. There may also be a lack of attached (hard) gum tissue, and root coverage surgery also may be needed. Read More >
Ridge Augmentation
When teeth are extracted, the bone often resorbs during healing and leaves an indentation in the gum. By repairing the ridge defect with a ridge augmentation, the artificial tooth now looks like it is growing out of the gum, and cannot be distinguished from the natural teeth. Read More >
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