Laser Gum Contouring Joliet, IL

Beautiful, healthy teeth may be hidden by your gums. A "gummy" smile results from excess gum tissue concealing too much of your teeth, causing the teeth to look smaller than normal. MINT dentistry in Joliet, IL is committed to helping you reveal a sexy smile with proactive care and cosmetic treatments. Laser gum contouring uses a cutting-edge technique to improve the shape of your gums by removing overgrown soft tissue to expose your dazzling smile. In addition to giving you a better-looking smile, it may also improve your health by removing areas where bacteria could become caught, which can cause gum disease. During a consultation at MINT dentistry, a board-certified doctor can evaluate your teeth and gums to determine if laser gum contouring can help your smile.

Sculpting your gums with a laser treatment can create a more proportionate smile while improving your overall oral health. You may be a candidate for gum sculpting at MINT dentistry if you wish to get rid of excess gum tissue to enhance the look of your smile. Laser gum sculpting might also be an excellent way to generate a more balanced smile if your gums appear too low or uneven. This state-of-the-art, cosmetic dentistry option may reduce the risk of chronic oral infections or gum disease, due to debris and bacteria trapped below the gumline. Before recommending this procedure, your dentist will perform a thorough examination and then develop a customized treatment plan to match your unique goals and improve your health.

An advanced cosmetic treatment, gum contouring is an in-office dental procedure performed with a local anesthetic. MINT dentistry in Joliet, IL is also equipped to perform many sedation methods to help with any fears or anxiety about getting a dental procedure. Before the treatment, we will give you time to relax in one of our comfortable treatment chairs. You will be invited to watch your favorite television shows or listen to your favorite songs with a pair of our Beats headphones. To begin, your gums and teeth will be cleaned and dried. Then, your team will use the laser to eliminate excess tissue, revealing your new gumline. The laser cauterizes the remaining tissue so sutures generally are not required. When your gumline is in the desired shape, your dentist will rinse your mouth so you can enjoy your results. In most cases, it will only take one visit to complete your laser gum sculpting treatment.

After gum contouring, a member of our clinical team will explain instructions for your recovery. Your soft tissues may be inflamed and tender over the next several days; however, this can generally be managed with nonprescription pain medication. Following a routine oral hygiene regimen on a daily basis, with thorough flossing and brushing, can speed up the recovery period and help keep your mouth in good health. If you have any questions or notice any signs of infection, you should contact our staff. It's also important to attend twice-yearly cleanings at MINT dentistry so we can track your gums and help you keep your smile stunning.

Elective cosmetic treatments, like laser gum contouring, are not generally covered by dental insurance. However, we will check to see if any benefits are available before the procedure. For out-of-pocket costs or if you aren't using dental insurance, we accept many payment methods. We can go over estimates during your initial consultation as well as information on financing to make it easier to fit your treatment into your budget. MINT dentistry is dedicated to helping every patient in Joliet, IL, get the treatments and procedures they need.

Cosmetic gum sculpting at MINT dentistry is a great procedure for several reasons — removing excess gum tissue can enhance a "gummy" smile while also reducing your risk of conditions, like gum disease. If you want to create a more confident smile or boost your oral health, you may be a good candidate for laser gum contouring. If you would like to get more information about laser gum contouring or additional cosmetic dentistry options, call our practice in Joliet, IL to book an initial consultation.