Sometimes people have a very gummy smile and I use it to get rid of that gum. We have to look at where your bone level around your teeth are and see how much room we have. A lot of times though when you have a gummy smile, it’s just a little too much gum that’s stayed there from when they erupted, and it’s a trim with the laser. Yeah, you have to be a little numb with it. We’re really good at getting you numb without any stress. You’ve been stressed out or worried or anything, we work up our plan and we take off what we need to do. A lot of times it’s just contouring the gum like we contour teeth to get what’s off and you already have enamel there and, you know, giving you that beautiful smile without veneers and just by trimming your gingiva to a great smile level and giving you the look that was always there, you just had a little too much tissue. The laser, the use of the lasers we use them for a lot of procedures I do, and the hygienists use them with hygiene. It gives us options and where we used to, years and years ago, use electrosurge the tissue stays where we leave it. We don’t have tissue moving so we have our plan and diagram to where we’re going to go to and we take it to there and weeks later it’s still there where we wanted it to be. It holds position.
Reveal a Beautiful Smile Thanks to Cosmetic Gum Surgery in Paducah
Many people assume cosmetic dentistry focuses solely on your teeth. However, having an attractive gumline can also help make your smile more appealing. That’s why we offer cosmetic gum surgery in Paducah. This treatment can:
- Give you a more visually pleasing gumline
- Prepare your teeth for dental veneers or crowns
- Combine with other treatments for an overall makeover
- Restore your confidence in your appearance
- Make your smile look more attractive in photos
Call 270-818-8388 for an appointment.
You’ll Love How Your Smile Looks
Dr. Hay cares about his patients and their dental care experience. If you need a cosmetic gum surgery procedure, he will use the latest dental technology to give you stress-free and relatively painless treatment. For example, a laser will reshape your gumline in a minimally invasive way that also helps with the healing process. No incisions or stitching are involved.
There are numerous reasons you may need cosmetic gum surgery:
- Replenish Your Gumline – If you have experienced a receding gumline, Dr. Hay can perform a gum graft to replenish your smile. He will use tissue from your own mouth or from a donor. You’ll love having a healthier and more attractive smile. It will also help avoid tooth loss and other dental problems.
- Create an Even Smile – You want people to notice your teeth, not your gumline. If your gums are uneven or too visible, Dr. Hay will use a laser to even out your gumline or give you a more toothy smile. You’ll barely feel a thing.
- Lengthen Your Teeth – If your teeth are too short for veneers or crowns, we may need to remove some gum tissue to make more room for the restorations. Rest assured, Dr. Hay will only remove what’s absolutely necessary for your smile. Again, a gentle laser can be used.
There’s no reason to feel anxious about your procedure. We use a comfortable local anesthetic that numbs your mouth. We can have an anesthesiologist come in to administer deep sedation, if desired.
Call 270-818-8388 for cosmetic gum surgery in Paducah. You can also schedule online.
Dr. Hay and his staff are one of the most talented and caring dental practices I have had the good fortune to experience. I would highly recommend this practice to anyone needing dental services. They go above and beyond to make you feel welcomed and comfortable during your visits.
I am so pleased with the amount of time Dr. Hay took to examine my records & my CT scan & explain the next process needed in my care! His entire staff is extremely caring & helpful as well! I will be sharing photos soon! I can’t wait to have a beautiful smile again! Thank you Dr. Hay for the exceptional care I received!
Dr. Hay has put together one of the best office staff and dental associates I have ever encountered. Everyone there is so friendly and down to earth. Dr. Hay and wife Nicky are so kind and thorough if it’s a checkup all the way to dentures. I highly recommend Dr. Hay’s dental practice to anyone. If you are not smiling when you get there; you’ll be smiling when you leave!
I can’t express enough how pleased I am with Dr Hay and his wonderful staff! I couldn’t be happier with my results and also the feeling that I leave with after each visit. They feel like family.
My husband and I have been patients of Dr. Hay since he came to Paducah. I agree with others that the office staff and dental assistant are kind, knowledgeable, and efficient. Dr. Hay is a talented clinician who has earned our trust and respect. Thank you so much!
My experience with smile restoration with Dr Hay has been amazing! He and his staff are super welcoming and accommodating! Dentist for life!
I had a great experience on my visit. Dr. Hay was very caring and gave me valuable information, in addition to a comprehensive check up. They come highly recommended! Thank you again, and see you next time!
I would highly recommend Dr. Hay and his staff, I hadn’t been to the dentist in 15 years because of past bad experiences and I was a nervous wreck going to the dentist. When I walked in I was met by Alisha who is so sweet and calming, then I met Nikki and together they got me calmed down, took my X-rays and then Dr. Hay came in explained everything I needed done and what options I had, I was so happy to hear they offered sedation. I needed lots of work and I was put under sedation, woke up and had a beautiful smile! If you want a dentist office that makes you honestly feel comfortable and relaxed go see Dr. Hay and his staff you will feel completely different about going to the dentist. I no longer have a fear and enjoy going to get a teeth cleaning.
Everyone is so nice!!! If you want to be treated with respect and have someone care about you. Go see Dr. Bay and his staff !!!
A great team of people gave me my smile back. Dr Hay did an amazing job!
Cosmetic gum surgery is a cosmetic treatment that can restore your gumline and balance your teeth-to-gum ratio. If you have a “gummy” smile, we can use a special dental laser to gently remove excess gum tissue and make your smile more beautiful. Treatment is quick and painless. One appointment is usually all that’s needed.
Each patient is unique and every case is different, so it is hard to give an exact price for your procedure. We encourage you to come into our office for a consultation, so we can examine you and develop a treatment plan. Then we will be able to give you a price on your treatment, and you’ll have the information you need to make a good decision.
Laser cosmetic gum surgery involves using a low-power dental laser to remove excess gum tissue and shape your gums to make them more attractive. The laser removes the tissue and seals your gums all at the same time, without cutting, scalpels, or stitches. It’s an innovative way for you to get a more beautiful smile without any discomfort.