Cosmetic gum surgery is used to create a beautiful smile. Healthy gums act as a frame for a gorgeous smile and even if a patient's teeth are beautiful, ugly gums can ruin the smile. In most cases there is excessive amounts of overgrown gums creating a gummy smile. This extra tissue can be removed with gum contouring. Gum contouring combines gingivectomy and gingivoplasty to give a great three dimensional appearance to the gums.

           Some patients have unsightly exposed roots that must be covered with cosmetic gum surgery in the form of gum graft. In other cases, there are defects in the bone that require both gum and bone grafting. Tissue augmentation can plump up craters in the gums to give a more natural appearance, especially under the false teeth in anterior bridges. In extreme cases, maxillofacial surgery to move part or the entire jaw bone is necessary to achieve the aesthetic results desired by a patient.

           Regardless of the type of cosmetic gum surgery, it is very important to have a final goal clearly visualized in a smile design plan. Ultimately, in order to insure a beautiful smile at the conclusion of all the gum surgery, it is a good idea to have a cosmetic dentist supervises all aspects of the cosmetic dental care. The cosmetic dentist is focused on combining all the necessary procedures to create your final gorgeous smile. This is especially important if several doctors work together as a team.

         The dentists at the Atlanta Dental Group PC are dedicated to their patients' good health and well being. They offer comprehensive General, Cosmetic and Implant Dentistry.You are welcome to join our family of patients. If you are interested in having cosmetic gum surgery done by Dr. Mark Allan Padolsky as part of his design for your new beautiful smile , schedule your free cosmetic consultation by calling 404-874-7428. Hopefully, we will see you soon!