Gum Recontouring/Crown Lengthening—Boston, MA
Creating the Frame for the Perfect Smile
The gums play a bigger role in the appearance of the smile than most people realize. If this tissue is overgrown or asymmetrical, the result can be teeth that look short, stubby, or create a “gummy” look that is out of balance with the rest of the face. Gum recontouring and crown lengthening from Boston Prosthodontics Dental Group uses advanced laser techniques to make these problems disappear in just one well-planned, comfortable appointment.
Why Choose Boston Prosthodontics Dental Group for Gum Recontouring?
- Fast, Gentle, & Precise Laser Treatment
- Procedure Completed in Just One Appointment
- An Experienced Team of Board-Certified Prosthodontists
What is Gum Recontouring/Crown Lengthening?
Patients who are good candidates for these treatments typically want their teeth to appear longer, bigger, or they want less gum tissue to show when they smile.
While the two procedures are often spoken of at the same time, they do have distinct approaches and slightly different goals:
- Gum Recontouring: The gum line is altered to create a more aesthetic and attractive smile, typically by removing excess tissue that is covering the teeth.
- Crown Lengthening: A very small amount of bone is removed so more of a tooth is exposed, providing enough space to place a crown or veneer that previously wasn’t possible.
How Does Gum Recontouring Work?
- Consultation & Planning: You’ll have a chance to discuss what changes you would like to make with your cosmetic dentist, and you’ll receive an exam and have images taken. This way, we can make sure there are no health issues that need to be addressed first.
- Tissue Removal & Refinement: Rather than relying on traditional scalpels and sutures, our team only uses highly advanced laser technology for gum recontouring. It precisely removes tissue while sterilizing and cauterizing the area, meaning you’ll barely feel anything in the chair and enjoy a fast recovery.
- Aftercare: You’ll be asked to avoid particularly hard, sticky, or crunchy foods immediately following your procedure. As you heal, maintaining daily oral hygiene and attending any follow-ups at our office will ensure the ideal result.
The Benefits of Gum Recontouring
- Achieves a more balanced, symmetrical, and attractive smile.
- Changes the proportions of the teeth, gums, and lips for the better.
- Relatively fast treatment done in a single appointment.
- Improves the appearance of the entire smile, not just a few teeth.
- Can be fully customized to have the ideal proportion for you.
- Lowers the risk of gum disease and other infections.
- Enables restorations to seat better and last longer.