Aug 7, 2017 | Blog, Cosmetic Gum Surgery
You may not have guessed it (or you may have), but having a tongue or lip piercing can actually harm both your overall and oral health. Beyond your general health, mouth piercings can negatively impact oral health by causing the following issues: Swelling Infections...
Jul 10, 2017 | Blog, Cosmetic Gum Surgery, Gum Lift
In our previous blog article, Dr. Godat commenced a discussion about “gummy smiles.” In this article, Dr. Godat discussed what factors play a role in making your smile appear gummy and what can cause those things to occur. Unfortunately, there are many, many, people...
Jun 26, 2017 | Cosmetic Gum Surgery
When you smile, do you ever think that your teeth look short, or that too much of your gums show? If so, you may be suffering from a condition that is known as having a “gummy smile.” A gummy smile, or excessive gingival display, is a condition that causes the...
Mar 9, 2015 | Cosmetic Gum Surgery, Gingivitis, Oral Hygiene (Brushing & Flossing), Periodontal (Gum) Disease, Periodontal Risk Factors, Tooth Decay (Cavities)
Gum disease, also known as periodontal disease, is dangerous for your oral health as well as your overall health. While many people are aware of the dangers of gum disease, not many know of how threatening it is to your oral health. The most common forms of gum...
Apr 7, 2011 | Cosmetic Gum Surgery
For some strange reason, Katie Couric’s smile has always bothered me. Don’t get me wrong, she is a beautiful woman and I have a tremendous amount of respect for her, but one would think that someone would have told her that when she smiles she shows too much of her...
Dec 9, 2010 | Cosmetic Gum Surgery
This is a big thank you for the excellent gum graft you performed earlier this year. The procedure was painless, and the professional attitude of you and your staff to be sure I was comfortable during the procedure and as a follow-up was most appreciated. The recovery...
