Gummy Smile Recontouring
Noninvasive Laser
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Periodontic Hyperplasia Lasing Gummy Smile Recontouring Noninvasive Laser |
Edward Brant, DDS, MS
Periodontist Specialist Gummy Smiles Cosmetics 447 Lake Avenue Saint James, NY 11780 (631) 584-4395 Home Credentials Executive Dentistry PerioLase 3D Catscan Growing New Gums Gummy Smile Laser Failed Implants Grafts Gone Bad Bone Density Grafting Procedures Ridge Splitting Sedation Gallery Videos Ask The Dentist Request Consult 
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Periodontal Hyperplasia: Gummy SmilesGum Tissue Overgrowth: Causes
The brackets and wires interfere significantly with normal oral hygiene. Without specialized oral hygiene products (solutions, water irrigation devices, e.g., WaterPik) or additional "sense of purpose" many patients will experience a frustrating overgrowth of tissue. Certain medications can also accelerate the growth of unwanted gum tissue (e.g., diabetic medications, seizure meds, etc.) while for other patients a gummy smile can be a natural endowment of familial genetics.
Gum Tissue Laser TreatmentPopular Gum Laser ContouringSoft tissue lasers have long been the technology of choice for performing a variety of periodontal procedures in our office. No other technology offers the precision and treatment comfort that is the hallmark of advanced lasers.
Gingiva Contouring and Crown LengtheningGingival overgrowth or the appearance of it that is associated with developmental or maturational events (rather than medication events, for example) oftentimes have a minor need for modifing the bone structure or edges at the gum line (Cemento Enamel Junction).
The failure to perform an analysis and treatment of the CEJ (as needed) creates outcomes that can destroy the papilla tissue. The gumline or individual arching over each tooth can appear abrupt and, for some patients, have an inflammed and/or puffy appearance. Cosmetically, unnatural appearing or "lost" papilla tissue can obliterate the cosmetic "gestalt" of an entire upper or lower arch, which patients normally report as feeling or looking like fake teeth. The preservation of natural papilla is critical for crown and veneer dentistry. Recreating a Natural GumlineIn cases where the delicate papilla has receded or become inflammed due to inadequate treatment of the Cemento Enamel Junction, Dr. Brant can, for many patients, employ proprietary methods of modifying tissue structures so the necessary physical relationships between bone and gingiva are restored or recreated, facilitating the regrowth of the papilla.Visit our Photo Gallery to see more examples of how gummy tissue overgrowth can be modified to create the good looks everyone wants for their smile. Questions?Patients who have specific questions about gum contouring for treating a gummy appearance or possible retreatments to recreate what was previously lost are invited to contact Dr. Brant directly with our Ask The Dentist form. Dr. Brant will respond to you directly with the answers or information you are seeking.Call our office at (631) 584-4395 to schedule a complimentary consultation or use our on-line Consult Request to learn more about laser based tissue modification for smile line rehabilitation and the renowned Golden Rule of Proportions so popular in gum tissue makeovers.
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