What is gum contouring?

Dr. Bahman Pouragadham
Dr. Bahman Pouragadham
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What is gum contouring? ================================ Gum contouring is a procedure performed by a dental specialist that changes the shape of your gum line.
The process of gum contouring involves cutting or removing excess gum tissue around your teeth.... If you have gingivitis, this procedure involves repairing the gum tissue.... But there may be times when your dentist recommends gum contouring for oral hygiene.
What does gum include?.
Gum contouring is usually done by a periodontist or cosmetic dentist....it is an office procedure that is usually done in one session.
In most cases, you will stay awake during the procedure....a local anesthetic is injected into the gums before the doctor begins..
During the procedure, the doctor uses a soft tissue laser to remove tissue or add gum tissue and shorten the gum line to allow more teeth. be?
Everyone's gums are different....some are high, some are low, some are in between....they may even be uneven.
If you are conscious of your gum line, there are ways to change it....gum contouring is one option that helps with gum.. line.
In some cases, your dentist may even suggest it, especially if there are problems in the area that affect your mouth and teeth...
#### When is it medically necessary?
Many times, gum contouring is done for cosmetic purposes.. But there are times when it may be a medical necessity.
If you have periodontal disease, gum contouring may be a treatment option...but your dentist may not treat you first to treat gum disease...to remove resistance and fight, or to clean your teeth to restore health. Gums.
##### Does gum contouring hurt?
Before the procedure begins, you will be given local anesthesia.. This will numb your gums so that you will not feel any pain while the doctor works on your mouth... The amount of discomfort depends on how much your gums are reshaped or removed. After surgery, your doctor may prescribe, or you can use, over-the-counter medications or ibuprofen. You can also reduce pain and swelling by placing an ice pack or cold compress on your mouth for a few days after the procedure.. It is best to apply the compress for 15 to 20 minutes at a time.How much recovery is there?..
Gum contouring involves a small amount of work, but full recovery may take days or weeks. Depending on the extent of the surgery.. you may need to limit some activities for a day to check yourself or anything else. Since your gums and mouth may be sensitive at first, you should eat soft foods for about 2-3 days after the procedure.... This may include foods such as:
soup.. yogurt applesauce
Usually you will go to your dentist for a check-up a few days or a week after the operation....The doctor will check your gums to check your healing process and check for symptoms....He/she mayprescribe a biotic mouthwash to reduce the risk...
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