The purpose of cosmetic dental surgery is to improve a patient's smile and appearance. Many dental surgery procedures can be performed in the dental office. Probably, the most common procedure is gum contouring where excessive gum tissue is removed from a gummy smile. The gums are reshaped and contoured to create a beautiful smile. However, not all patients are candidates for this treatment. Some patients require crown lengthening where both the gums and bone are removed and/or reshaped to reveal a prettier smile. In most cases, crown lengthening is performed for patients who require porcelain veneers, porcelain crowns or traditional crowns.
Cosmetic dental surgery procedures can also be quite involved. Orthognathic surgery is usually performed in a hospital and involves surgically changing the bone that holds the teeth. It can create a more prominent chin, shorten or lengthen the face, and even bring the upper front teeth forward so they can be seen. This surgery should be carefully planned with several doctors, including a cosmetic dentist in charge of the final results. Fortunately, most dental surgery is not as complicated at this and can be done in the dental office.
Dental implant surgery is often considered part of the cosmetic dental surgery family. Dental surgeons can often graft bone and replace teeth by placing dental implants instead of using removable dental appliances. ( www.atlantadentalimplants.com ). Areas of bone deficiency can be grafted to give a fixed dental bridge a more attractive and natural appearance. There are many periodontal plastic surgery options to change the appearance and health of the gum tissues.
Regardless of what cosmetic dental surgery you need, all of these procedures require careful planning and thought. The dentists at the Atlanta Dental Group PC are dedicated to their patients' good health and well being. You are welcome to join our family of patients. They usually involve several doctors who must all be on the same page to insure a great result. The group provides comprehensive general, cosmetic and implant dentistry. If you are interested in a free cosmetic consultion with Atlanta Cosmetic Dentist, Dr. Mark Allan Padolsky, please call 404-874-7428 for your appointment.