Cosmetic Periodontal TreatmentsPalm Beach Gardens, FL

What you need to know about a smile makeover

Here are a few of the cosmetic procedures we offer:

• Gum Grafting
• Sinus Augmentation
• Dental Implants
• Dental Crown Lengthening
• Ridge Augmentation

Since each patient is unique, no procedure will be exactly the same as another. While it will follow the same protocol, there may be a few tweaks or changes for each individual patient. Fortunately, we will go over all the details before the procedure begins and answer any questions the patient may have. It is also important to understand what each procedure is and how it works. Here are a few of the common procedures that patients request on a regular basis:

Gum grafting

A gum graft surgery will help to lengthen the gums over the roots and exposed enamel of the tooth. As people age, there are multiple reasons for the gum line to recede. When this happens, the tooth faces exposure to a variety of bacteria and substances that can wear down the enamel. On top of that, people are not pleased by the appearance of longer teeth. A gum graft involves adding more gum tissue or stretching the tissue to cover more of the teeth.

Sinus augmentation

A sinus augmentation, also known as a sinus lift, is a procedure in which a surgeon inserts bone material into the sinus cavity above the roof of the mouth to lift up the sinus and help create a sturdier base for inserting dental implants. People who do not have enough bone to support dental implants will greatly benefit from this procedure. About four to nine months after the sinus augmentation, the patient will most likely be able to get the dental implants.

Dental Implants

Patients who are missing a tooth or teeth have multiple options for replacement. For instance, patients can replace the missing teeth with dentures or dental implants. While removable dentures are effective, they do not stimulate the jaw and can actually cause the face to sag inward near the missing tooth. The sagging can cause a change in appearance that many people dislike and therefore, seek something to change that.

Dental crown lengthening

Dental crown lengthening treats the opposite need of a gum graft by removing a bit of the gum in patients who feel their gum line is too low. Patients who feel they have a gummy smile or have more gums than teeth showing in a smile will benefit from this procedure. The periodontist will also sculpt the remaining gum line to ensure that it is the desired look.

Ridge augmentation

During a ridge augmentation surgery, the periodontist will attempt to recreate the outline of the gums and jaw following a tooth extraction. Since there is a chance of the gums and jaw altering alignment after a tooth extraction, people may dislike the appearance following the extraction.