Gum Recontouring – Chesterfield, MO
Resculpt Your Gumline & Reveal More of Your Smile
Do you have a “gummy” grin, or feel as though too much of your periodontal tissue is visible when you speak or smile? Gum recontouring in Chesterfield can remove this excess tissue, revealing more of your natural tooth structure. This in turn can create a more symmetrical grin, taking the focus away from your gums and putting it back onto your gorgeous, healthy teeth!
Why Choose Dr. Jeff Yenzer for Gum Recontouring?
- Gemini Soft Tissue Laser Used for Enhanced Precision & Comfort
- CareCredit Financing Available
- Dentist Experienced in Cosmetic Dentistry
What is Gum Recontouring?
Gum recontouring in Chesterfield is a cosmetic dentistry treatment that uses a soft-tissue laser to remove excess periodontal tissue that makes your teeth appear smaller or shorter than they really are. While it often has oral health benefits such as a reduction in your risk of developing periodontal disease, it is mainly done for aesthetic purposes to improve the appearance and symmetry of your smile.
How Does Gum Recontouring Work?
Using a safe, precise soft-tissue laser, Dr. Yenzer or Dr. Monestero will first administer a local anesthetic to your gums. Then, once you’re comfortable, they will carefully remove only the superfluous periodontal tissue from the tops of your teeth, making them appear larger and more in focus in your smile. By utilizing the Gemini soft tissue laser, we can use concentrated light to instantly vaporize and cauterize the tissue. This not only reduces bleeding, but it also helps speed up the healing process and lowers your risk of developing an infection during recovery.
In most cases, your entire treatment can be completed in just one appointment, and the results are permanent, so you should never need a touch up or redo. In fact, because you’ll have less excess tissue, you may have faster and more pleasant dental checkups and cleanings, too!
The Benefits of Gum Recontouring
In addition to creating a more attractive smile, gum recontouring in Chesterfield has a variety of oral and mental health benefits, including:
- Putting the focus on your teeth instead of your superfluous periodontal tissue.
- Balancing the proportions of your smile.
- Allowing you to brush and floss your teeth easily and more effectively.
- May reduce gum irritation and lower your risk of developing gum disease.
- Boosts your confidence and self-esteem.
If you’re ready to stop struggling to care for excessive gum tissue and put your beautiful teeth back into focus in your smile, contact us today to schedule a consultation for gum recontouring in Chesterfield.