Gum disease plays a huge role in both your oral and overall health. Beyond issues such as heart disease, strokes, diabetes, and Alzheimer’s, gum disease wreaks plenty of potential havoc within the confines of your mouth. If you fail to keep up with your regular dental cleanings and checkups and you don’t follow through with your daily oral hygiene, tartar buildup can damage, inflame, and infect your gums. Fortunately, there are ways in which gum recession from severe gum disease can be treated.
Uneven or Reduced Gum Tissue
Receding gums are a normal part of aging, and they can unfortunately put you at risk for root infection (which may require root canal treatment) as well as change your appearance by making your teeth appear larger with the lack of a proper gum tissue to frame your smile. If your gum disease has reached this point, there is hope for a cosmetic intervention once the infection has been treated. There is no cure for gum disease, but it can be controlled, and periodontal pockets that can lead to abscesses and tooth loss can be reduced surgically. Once you have a healthy foundation, a qualified dentist can offer you a gum contouring procedure to make your damaged gums appear healthier and more even.
Excessive Gum Tissue
Gum disease isn’t the only reason for cosmetic dental treatments regarding gum tissue. A “gummy” smile is one where there is excessive gingival tissues that actually make your teeth appear too small and your gums visually distracting. People with this issue often cover their mouths when they smile, or avoid grinning altogether. Fortunately, precision laser treatments can be implemented to provide patients with relatively non-invasive cosmetic help for gums. If you feel like your smile is all gums and not enough of your beautiful teeth, consider scheduling a dental consultation.
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