Periodontal disease can cause several problems for your oral health and confidence. Aside from the serious health complications that can occur with untreated gum disease, you may also experience changes in your appearance as well that can decrease your confidence. Your Savannah, GA, periodontal team can help you manage your symptoms and then create a cosmetic treatment plan to refresh the confidence in your smile. In our blog today, we’re here to talk about the esthetic options for your gums.
Helping You Manage Your Symptoms
We understand that periodontitis can cause changes to your appearance and self-confidence, and our team is here to help. However, before making any visual corrections to the gums, it is first important that your symptoms are managed with proper cleanings and an improved oral hygiene routine. If you have been diagnosed with periodontitis, our team is here to help prevent symptoms from worsening with the use of scaling and root planings, medications, and surgery if necessary. Leaving symptoms like bleeding or swollen gums untreated can be dangerous to your oral health and overall well-being, as the harmful bacteria causing these symptoms can further harm your smile.
Plastic Surgery Options
The goal with periodontal plastic surgery is to protect your oral health while also improving the appearance of your gums and teeth. You will consult with your dentist to discuss your concerns and determine the best treatment before making any changes. You can perform options like crown lengthening to remove excess soft tissue and correct the appearance of small teeth. This step can typically be completed in just one appointment, but the length of the procedure will vary depending on your specific circumstances. Other procedures like gum grafting and ridge augmentations can protect your gums from recession and prepare you for implant insertion.
Effective Treatment With Lasers
You can use laser treatment options to carefully sculpt soft tissues, remove plaque buildup, perform biopsies, and more. We may recommend laser therapy for cosmetic purposes to help reshape your smile. By using these specially calibrated light beams, your treatment time can be reduced, and the procedure may be more comfortable for you as a patient. Contouring, which removes or reshapes excess soft tissues, may benefit patients with “gummy” smiles. This process can help your teeth appear larger and more symmetrical. We may also use laser therapy for frenectomy procedures, which can help treat tongue or lip ties. If your dentist recognizes an abnormal change to the soft tissues, laser treatment could be used for a biopsy or tumor removal that is less invasive.
Schedule An Appointment With Our Team
For questions about our cosmetic periodontal services or to schedule an appointment with our Savannah, GA, periodontal team, call (912) 352-4867 today.