Perioplastic Procedures 

Perioplastic Procedures: Enhancing Your Smile's Foundation

A beautiful smile isn't just about the teeth—it's also about the healthy, symmetrical gum tissue that frames them. Perioplastic procedures are specialized treatments that focus on the aesthetics and health of your gums. These surgeries are designed to correct a range of gum issues, improving both the appearance of your smile and your overall oral health.

What Can Perioplastic Surgery Address?

These procedures can help if you are concerned about:

• A "gummy" smile, where too much gum tissue shows.

• An uneven or receding gumline that makes teeth look too long.

• Exposed tooth roots due to gum recession, which can cause sensitivity and increase the risk of cavities.

• Uneven gum contours or poor gum healing after a tooth is lost.

Common Perioplastic Procedures

• Crown Lengthening: This procedure carefully reshapes and removes excess gum and sometimes bone tissue to expose more of the natural tooth. It can be done to create a more balanced smile or to prepare a tooth for a restorative procedure like a crown.

• Gum Grafting: If your gums have receded, a graft can cover the exposed roots. We take a small amount of tissue (usually from your palate or using donor tissue) and place it over the receded area. This reduces sensitivity, protects the root from decay, and creates a more natural, aesthetically pleasing gumline.

• Ridge Preservation: After a tooth extraction, this procedure fills the empty socket with a bone graft or special material to maintain the gum and bone contour. This is especially important if you are considering a dental implant later, as it preserves the natural landscape of your jaw.

• Bioplastic and Laser Surgery: We use advanced techniques, including lasers and biocompatible materials, to precisely contour gum tissue with minimal discomfort and faster healing times.

Health and Beauty, Hand in Hand

While these procedures significantly enhance your smile's appearance, their benefits are more than skin-deep. By creating properly contoured, healthy gum tissue, we make it easier for you to clean your teeth effectively, reducing your risk of future gum disease and tooth loss.

Ready to explore how we can enhance your smile's frame? Contact us to schedule a consultation. We'll listen to your concerns and explain which options are right for helping you achieve a healthier, more confident smile.