Cosmetic Gum Surgery Procedures

To Correct a "Long Tooth Smile"

As your gums recede, your teeth look much "longer" than normal. Such gum recession exposes your sensitive root surface which often makes hot or cold foods and drinks a painful experience. Teeth can become loose as your gum recedes. The cosmetic gum surgery solution is basically when a cosmetic dentist or periodontist removes tissue from the roof of your mouth and then grafts it onto your gum line. This tissue then reinforces thin gums or fills in areas where your gums have receded. Typically your cosmetic dentist will prescribe an antibacterial mouth rinse to be used twice a day for a two-week period following your surgery.

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1. Introduction to cosmetic gum surgery
2. Gum surgery - an overview
3. Who is a candidate for gum surgery?
4. Gum surgery - Procedure description
5. Types of cosmetic gum surgery procedures
6. Procedure to correct a "gummy smile"
7. Procedure to correct a "long tooth smile"
8. Cost of cosmetic gum surgery
9. Advantages and disadvantages of cosmetic gum surgery
10. Gum surgery - Before and after photos
11. Personal stories from people who have had cosmetic gum surgery
12. Discuss gum surgery on the dentistry message board

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