It's not just your teeth

Your smile isn’t just about your teeth — it’s about your entire mouth. From your lips to your gums, we want to take care of the entire package. That’s why we offer a variety of cosmetic periodontic procedures at Beautiful Dentistry in Salisbury, NC. Whether you have a gummy smile or receding gums, we can help you bring your smile to its best.

Improve your gum health at Beautiful Dentistry

We offer two primary types of cosmetic periodontics at Beautiful Dentistry. Crown lengthening surgery fixes a gummy smile, while gum grafts can restore your mouth if you have gum recession. For both procedures, we accept claims through most dental insurance and Medicare, and we offer financing through CareCredit and Proceed Finance.

Crown lengthening in Salisbury, NC

If your smile is gummy, it could be for a variety of reasons. Regardless of whether it’s due to the shape of your teeth or medication use, we offer crown lengthening to remove excess gum tissue in a way that optimizes both the aesthetics and the function of your smile. While many of our patients seek crown lengthening for aesthetic reasons, it’s important to know that excessive gum tissue can harbor bacterial growth, leading to tooth decay and infection. Regardless of the reason you’re getting a crown lengthening, our doctors will customize your gums to the perfect size.

Step 1

First, we take precise scans of your mouth to determine the most natural height of the gums and teeth. This ensures a proper tooth-to-gum ratio for each tooth.

Step 2

Next, you’ll undergo the crown lengthening surgery while under sedation, where we gently remove the planned amount of tissue.

Step 3

As you recover, you may experience minor swelling and discomfort for a while, but these will soon pass and you’ll be able to sit back and enjoy your renewed smile.

Why do I need gum grafting

Gum recession is common in cases of periodontal disease, but it can happen to anyone. When your gums recede past a certain point, it can leave sensitive areas exposed in your teeth, leading to anything from increased cavities to tooth loss. This can happen due to aging, improper tooth position, periodontal disease, extreme orthodontic work, and many other reasons. Thankfully, a solution is within reach for most patients! With gum grafts, we take soft tissue from another area of your mouth and use it to cover your exposed tooth roots and thinning gums. This surgery is performed under sedation, but any pain and swelling afterward can be managed with over-the-counter drugs. Once healed, this transplanted tissue covers the roots of your teeth, restoring your smile to its best.

Some last benefits of gum grafting include

A more balanced, less toothy smile
Improved periodontal health
Reduced sensitivity while eating
Lower risk of decay and periodontal infection
Improved long-term dental health

Don't just improve your teeth

Take care of your gums as well

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