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<\/div>[vc_column_text]Gum recontouring procedures\u00a0change the shape and appearance<\/b>\u00a0of gums to improve the overall look of a smile.[\/vc_column_text]
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<\/div>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]What is gum recontouring?<\/b>[\/vc_column_text]
<\/div>[vc_column_text]Properly proportioned healthy-looking gums can make a big difference in your smile because the shape of your gums affects the shape of your teeth. Gums contouring\u00a0evens out uneven gums<\/b>\u00a0and restores the proper look and proportions to your gumline. Dr. James Sparaga can comfortably remove excess tissue to\u00a0fix a \u201cgummy\u201d smile<\/b>, and can add tissue to receded gums that make teeth look too \u201clong\u201d.[\/vc_column_text]
<\/div>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]What will Dr. James Sparaga do to fix my \u201cgummy smile\u201d?<\/b>[\/vc_column_text]
<\/div>[vc_column_text]Dr. James Sparaga uses special instruments, most commonly a laser, to trim excess gums and maybe excess bone tissue. This \u201csculpting\u201d procedure is known as a gingevectomy. It will give your smile a\u00a0more youthful, natural appearance<\/b>, since your newly shaped gums will properly frame and showcase your teeth. The procedure will be quick and comfortable, and the laser will actually seal the gum tissue, helping you to heal faster.[\/vc_column_text]
<\/div>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]What will Dr. James Sparaga do to fix teeth that look too long, because of receding gums?<\/b>[\/vc_column_text]
<\/div>[vc_column_text]Dr. James Sparaga will first make sure that you are completely comfortable, and you will hardly feel a thing. Then he will remove a small amount of tissue from the roof of your mouth and carefully graft it to your gumline. This\u00a0simple procedure<\/b>\u00a0will make your gums a beautiful frame for your teeth, giving you a younger-looking smile.[\/vc_column_text]
<\/div>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Who is a good candidate for gum recontouring?<\/b>[\/vc_column_text]
<\/div>[vc_column_text]Anyone who has uneven gums<\/b>, a \u201cgummy\u201d smile or receding gums with teeth that look too \u201clong\u201d is a good candidate for gum recontouring. \u201cGummy\u201d smiles make your teeth look to small. Gum recession not only makes your smile look older, but it could lead to loose teeth and sensitivity to hot and cold.[\/vc_column_text]
<\/div>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]What do gums have to do with my smile?<\/b>[\/vc_column_text]
<\/div>[vc_column_text]When you look at the perfect smile, sometimes you can\u2019t instantly separate all the elements that make it appealing. But if you look closely, one thing that beautiful smiles have in common are correctly proportioned gums. If the gums don\u2019t look right, something will look \u201coff\u201d about the smile because\u00a0the shape of the gum affects the shape of the teeth<\/b>. A \u201cgummy\u201d smile makes your teeth look short and less attractive. When the gums are pulled back and receded, teeth can look too \u201clong\u201d. Proper proportion, size and color in\u00a0healthy gums make your smile look its best<\/b>.[\/vc_column_text]
<\/div>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]What can I expect from the gum recontouring procedure?<\/b>[\/vc_column_text]
<\/div>[vc_column_text]Uneven gums can be evened by\u00a0taking tissue away where there is too much, and adding tissue where there is too little<\/b>. First, Dr. James Sparaga will use anesthetics, if necessary, to make sure you remain comfortable during the procedure. If the problem is a \u201cgummy\u201d smile, he uses special instruments, most commonly a laser, to trim excess gums and maybe excess bone tissue. To correct receding gums, Dr. James Sparaga will remove a small amount of tissue from the roof of your mouth and carefully graft it to your gumline. These are\u00a0quick procedures<\/b>\u00a0that can be completed with\u00a0little or no discomfort<\/b>.[\/vc_column_text]
<\/div>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]What can I expect after the gum recontouring procedure?<\/b>[\/vc_column_text]
<\/div>[vc_column_text]Your gums may be tender and a little swollen for the first week following the procedure, and if so Dr. James Sparaga will recommend an analgesic like Ibuprofen. Usually he will have you rinse your mouth with salt water or a special antibacterial mouthwash. You will do this once or twice a day for the next two weeks to prevent infection and aid the healing process.[\/vc_column_text]
<\/div>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Am I a candidate for gum recontouring procedure?<\/b>[\/vc_column_text]
<\/div>[vc_column_text]If you have a “gummy” smile that makes your teeth look short and unattractive, or if you reveal too much of your gum tissue when you smile, you are a candidate for gum recontouring.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]
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