Feb 28, 2025 | Cosmetic Gum Surgery
Your gums play an essential role in both your oral health and the appearance of your smile. While healthy gums come in a variety of shades ranging from pale pink to deep brown, some individuals may feel self-conscious about having darker gum pigmentation. If you have...
Dec 31, 2023 | Cosmetic Gum Surgery
Welcome to Periodontal Associates of Memphis, where we are committed to enhancing your dental health and aesthetics. Today, we’ll delve into a topic of growing interest in cosmetic dentistry: dark gums and how they can be lightened for a brighter smile. Dark...
Oct 29, 2023 | Cosmetic Gum Surgery
Welcome to Periodontal Associates of Memphis, where we prioritize your oral health and aesthetic desires equally. Today, we delve into the intricate world of crown lengthening—a procedure that beautifully merges the realms of cosmetic and restorative dentistry. Crown...
Nov 21, 2019 | Cosmetic Gum Surgery
Gingival Flap Surgery When deep cleaning isn’t able to remove the harmful bacteria from below the gumline, your periodontist may suggest gum flap surgery. This surgery is for those who have moderate to advanced gum disease. Before the procedure, a dental...
Nov 7, 2019 | Cosmetic Gum Surgery
Soft Tissue Graft There are many different causes of gum recession. Some of these include inflammation caused by gum disease, teeth grinding and overly-aggressive teeth-brushing. As gums recede, the parts of the tooth that are normally protected are exposed. One way...
Jun 5, 2019 | Blog, Cosmetic Gum Surgery
Ankyloglossia, better known as tongue-tie, is a condition that limits the tongue’s range of motion. It happens when the lingual frenulum (the band of tissue between the bottom of your tongue and the floor of your mouth) is too tight, short, or thick. The lingual...
