Every person has a unique smile made up of the size, shape and color of their teeth, but your smile is also enhanced by the frame - your gum tissue. "The frame of a picture can turn it from something so-so to a work of art. Your gum tissue can do the same for your smile," says Dr. Denine Rice from her Riverside, California dental practice.
Healthy pink tissue is a good place to start. This can happen by
seeing your dentist on a regular basis, and by brushing and flossing at home.
But for some people the gum line is uneven, higher in some areas and lower in
others. When this occurs, your gums can give your teeth the appearance of being
too large or too small. And uneven gums can create a crowded, messy look. That
type of framing does nothing to enhance your smile.
An uneven smile line can be caused by hereditary factors or from
decay or periodontal disease. Your dentist can determine the cause and make
suggestions on how to improve the appearance. "The good news is, many
times gum contouring can easily give you a more even gum line in one
appointment," Dr. Rice adds. "Re-shaping gum tissue can be performed
at your periodontist's office, many times using a laser which allows for
quicker healing and less discomfort." To learn more about how we can help
design your unique smile, visit www.riceperiodontics.com
Link:
Gum contouring: http://www.webmd.com/oral-health/guide/gum-contouring-procedure
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