Surgical Procedures:

Cosmetic Periodontal Surgery in Lansdale, PA

These procedures are a predictable way to improve your smile. There are several different problems which may occur and each problem requires different treatment techniques. If you have unsightly, sensitive or exposed root surfaces due to gum recession which causes long, non aesthetic teeth, these teeth and root surfaces can be covered and repaired. This reduces gum recession and protects the roots from decay and eventual tooth loss. This procedure is commonly called a "gum graft". Please call us for a consultation if you are considering getting Cosmetic Periodontal Surgery in Lansdale PA, Pennsylvania.

 If you are unhappy with the appearance of short, unsightly teeth due to a "gummy smile", this can also be greatly improved through a combination of periodontal procedures by your periodontist and cosmetic restorative dentistry by your dentist. Although your teeth appear short, they may actually be the proper length.  The teeth may be covered with too much gum tissue.  This can be corrected  by performing the periodontal plastic surgery procedure known as crown lengthening.

Dramatically change and improve the appearance of your smile

During this procedure, excess gum and bone tissues are  reshaped to expose more of the natural tooth, to create a beautiful smile.

Extraction and Socket Preservation

Tooth loss causes the jawbone to recede and can lead to an unnatural looking indentation in your gums and jaw, creating an appearance of premature aging.  The original look of your mouth may not be recaptured due to the loss of bone and gum tissue.  Attempts to replace misssing teeth without first repairing the missing bone and gum tissue may create teeth which appear too long and may have  unsightly spaces  between these teeth.

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

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