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Cosmetic Periodontal Surgery

What is cosmetic periodontal surgery?

Cosmetic periodontal surgery is a way to provide patients with a natural-looking and more beautiful smile. These procedures are a predictable way to cover unsightly, sensitive, or exposed root surfaces and to prevent future gum recession. If you are unhappy with the appearance of short unsightly teeth, this can be greatly improved by a combination of periodontal procedures performed by Dr. Austin Teitelbaum along with cosmetic dentistry by your dentist.

What are the different procedures used in cosmetic gum surgery?

Although your teeth appear short, they may actually be the proper length. The teeth may be covered with too much gum tissue. We can correct this by performing the periodontal plastic surgery procedure, esthetic crown lengthening. During this procedure, excess gum and bone tissue are reshaped to expose more of the natural tooth. This can be done to more than one tooth, to even your gum line, and to create a beautiful smile.

Another cosmetic procedure is the soft tissue graft. It is used to cover unattractive tooth roots, reduce gum recession, and protect the roots from decay and eventual loss.

Tooth loss causes the jawbone to recede and can lead to an unnatural looking indentation in your gums and jaw, an appearance of a general aging. The original look of your mouth may not be recaptured because of spaces remaining under and between replacement teeth. They may appear too long compared to nearby teeth.

Bone grafting following tooth loss can preserve the socket/ridge and minimize gum and bone collapse. There is less shrinkage and a more aesthetic tooth replacement for either an implant crown or fixed bridge around the replacement teeth.

Dr. Teitelbaum specializes in providing cosmetic periodontal surgery to patients across San Angelo and surrounding areas. If you have any questions about cosmetic periodontal surgery and procedures or if you are ready to schedule an appointment, call West TX Periodontics & Dental Implants today.