Oral Plastic Surgery

If you are unhappy with the appearance of short unsightly teeth this can be greatly improved by a combination of periodontal procedures by Dr. Farthing and cosmetic dentistry by your dentist.

Although your teeth appear short, they may actually be the proper length. The teeth may be covered with too much gum tissue. We correct this by performing periodontal plastic surgery procedure or crown lengthening.

During this procedure, excess gum and bone tissue are reshaped to expose more of the natural tooth. This is accomplished, to balance the gum line, and to establish proper tooth symmetry creating a beautiful smile.

Cosmetic surgery also includes procedures designed to cover unsightly, sensitive, or exposed root surfaces and to prevent future gum recession. Gingival graft procedures cover unattractive tooth roots, reduce gum recession, and protect the roots from decay and eventual loss.

Bone grafting immediately following tooth loss can preserve the socket/ridge and minimize gum and bone collapse. There is less shrinkage and a more aesthetic tooth replacement for either an implant crown or a fixed bridge.