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DO YOU HAVE A ”GUMMY” SMILE?

Aug 25 • 1 minute read

DO YOU HAVE A ”GUMMY” SMILE?
-overgrowth of gum tissue
-gums cover teeth
-gums look too big
-teeth look smaller
-smile looks uneven
 
CAUSES
-can be hereditary 
-some health conditions
-some medications 
 
SOLUTION A GUM LIFT
What is a gum lift?
-cosmetic dental procedure
-reshapes the gums
-removal of excess gum tissue
 
GUM LIFT PROCEDURE
-a local anesthetic is applied to the gums
-a laser is used to trim away excess gum tissue
-the laser seals the blood vessels in the gums, making healing time much quicker
-relatively little discomfort
 
Results are immediate.
Creates a more aesthetically pleasing smile.
 
 
Call us today to see if a gum lift is right for you!
 
 
 

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