Cosmetic Treatments

There are several procedures that can be done for cosmetic reasons.

Gum grafts can cover sensitive or exposed root surfaces and may prevent future gum recession.
Reshaping of short, out of proportion or unsightly teeth can greatly improve the appearance of a smile by using a combination of periodontal procedures by Dr. Silberg and cosmetic dentistry by your dentist.
Crown lengthening may be done if decay occurs below the gum line or if a tooth exhibits significant breakdown. Your dentist may ask for this procedure before he or she makes a new crown for your tooth.
Esthetic crown lengthening may be done to facilitate a crown or veneer. Oftentimes it is indicated when the patient has a "gummy smile" with short looking teeth or when the gum line is uneven.
Ridge augmentation and ridge preservation procedures can be done to build-up collapsed areas of gum and bone or can be done to prevent collapse at the time that a tooth is extracted.

Click on the individual treatments for more in-depth information and to view case study photographs.