There are many things that can impact your smile’s appearance, and in many cases, teeth aren’t the biggest influence. If you exhibit a gummy smile, meaning your gums cover a disproportionate amount of tooth structure, then your whole smile can seem crooked even when your teeth aren’t. Fortunately, your dentist can improve your smile’s appearance by correcting the symmetry of your gum line by performing custom, cosmetic gum contouring. With a straighter and more even gum line, the rest of your smile can shine as confidently as it was meant to.
How Does Gum Contouring Work?
The process of gum contouring is often simpler than it sounds. By carefully trimming away a minimal amount of the gum tissues covering your teeth, your dentist can straighten your gum line that frames your smile. The gum contouring procedure is designed specifically to be minimally invasive, and in most cases, it can be completed in just a single day.
What Other Benefits Does Gum Contouring Offer?
If your gummy smile is obvious, then the most noticeable benefit of gum contouring will be your smile’s improved appearance. However, there are many other benefits to straightening your gum line that go beyond cosmetic. For instance, when your gum tissues are more symmetrical, it makes it easier to clean away harmful oral bacteria with your toothbrush and floss. This significantly reduces your risks of developing gum disease, which is the most common cause of adult tooth loss.
Ask Us About Cosmetic Gum Contouring
If your smile seems off because of uneven gum tissues, then find out if cosmetic gum contouring can improve its overall appearance. To learn more, schedule a consultation by calling Cedar Dental in Cedar Rapids, IA, today at (319) 364-7108. We also welcome patients from Mount Vernon, Iowa City, Hiawatha, and all nearby communities.
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