Gummy Smile – Alba Dental

Correct a Gummy Smile in London, ON

Turn to Alba Dental Centre for gum contouring in London and resolve your gummy smile today!

Do your gums take over your smile? Are you self-conscious about a gummy smile?

If you’re struggling with gum health or appearance, you may need to visit a periodontist. Periodontics is a dental specialty focusing on treating the gums. The gums support your teeth, but they also impact how your smile looks.

Whether you’re struggling with gum disease or a gummy smile, Alba Dental Centre can help. We offer procedures to remove or reconstruct gum tissue.

What is Gum Contouring?

If you’re experiencing the following symptoms then you should visit our periodontist at Alba Dental Centre in London.

One treatment for gum issues is a gingivectomy, which involves removing gum tissue. Alternatively, a gingivoplasty is a surgery to reconstruct the gums around a tooth. We use these procedures to treat gum disease or to address cosmetic concerns.

A person may need periodontal treatment if they develop empty pockets between their gums and teeth. These pockets may trap food and breed bacteria. A gingivectomy removes excess gum tissue and improves the appearance of a “gummy smile,” because too much gum tissue makes teeth appear small. On the other hand, to increase gum tissue, the periodontist may combine a gingivoplasty with a gum graft.

How a Gingivectomy or Gingivoplasty Works

Before performing the gingivectomy or gingivoplasty procedure, the dentist thoroughly cleans the area to remove bacteria and tartar. The procedure requires local anesthesia and requires scalpels or lasers.

The gingivoplasty only takes a few minutes, but a gingivectomy can take up to an hour, depending on the amount of tissue removal. Afterward, the dentist applies a dressing to the area. Patients will need to avoid spicy and hard foods while the area heals.

Visit Alba Dental Centre to Resolve Your Gummy Smile!

Correct gum issues today with the help of our experienced team at Alba Dental Centre. Our dental team will determine the best treatment plan for your gum health and overall oral health. We provide detailed post-op advice to ensure a safe recovery as well.

Contact us today to schedule an appointment for gum contouring services in London.

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