{"id":160,"date":"2022-09-15T16:44:00","date_gmt":"2022-09-15T16:44:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.myranchobernardodentist.com\/blog\/?p=160"},"modified":"2022-10-11T16:45:03","modified_gmt":"2022-10-11T16:45:03","slug":"porcelain-veneers-in-rancho-bernardo","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.myranchobernardodentist.com\/blog\/2022\/09\/15\/porcelain-veneers-in-rancho-bernardo\/","title":{"rendered":"Possible Treatments for a Gummy Smile"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.myranchobernardodentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/AdobeStock_339849292__1665506421_69374.jpg\" alt=\"Close up of a gummy smile\" class=\"wp-image-161\" width=\"288\" height=\"147\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.myranchobernardodentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/AdobeStock_339849292__1665506421_69374.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.myranchobernardodentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/AdobeStock_339849292__1665506421_69374-300x154.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.myranchobernardodentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/AdobeStock_339849292__1665506421_69374-768x394.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 288px) 100vw, 288px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Often enough, people believe smile flaws only come from tooth stains and dental damage. \u201cAfter all,\u201d they think, \u201cwhy else would teeth have an off appearance?\u201d However, the truth is that sometimes a smile is too \u201cgummy.\u201d In other words, you might show off excess gum tissue when you reveal your pearly whites. If this happens to be your issue, though, there\u2019s still hope; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.myranchobernardodentist.com\/veneers.html\">treatments<\/a> like porcelain veneers from Rancho Bernardo dentists could solve the problem. To learn more, here are several cosmetic dental procedures that can fix any patient\u2019s \u201cgummy smile.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Porcelain Veneers<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As you might know, porcelain veneers are thin, ceramic layers that dentists apply to the front of teeth. They aim to hide things like tooth stains, chips, cracks, and fractures. Furthermore, they\u2019re customized to match your enamel and thus blend seamlessly with your smile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One lesser-known use of veneers, though, is to treat gummy smiles. You see, dentists can alter the size and length of these porcelain layers. As such, the treatment could make your teeth look larger, and your gum line seem smaller. The result, then, would be a smile with a balanced appearance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Gum Recontouring<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>On the other hand, some patients might not want to make changes to their teeth. Rather, they\u2019d prefer doing something about the gums themselves.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If this describes you, gum recontouring might be the better choice. This treatment uses a special dental laser to remove excess gum tissue from your mouth. In doing so, it exposes more of your natural teeth\u2019s white and shiny enamel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Keep in mind that this option has a lengthy recovery process. It usually takes six weeks for gums to heal from the procedure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Crown Lengthening<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A crown lengthening procedure could solve a dental injury and a \u201cgummy smile\u201d at the same time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The lengthening treatment is usually done when a tooth can\u2019t hold a crown on its own. It reduces gum tissue and shaves down bone to ensure the prosthetic is held in place. This process allows a well-fitted crown to stay in place and provide better oral hygiene.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Since the procedure removes bits of your gums, however, it also alters your \u201cgummy smile.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As you can see, cosmetic dentistry doesn\u2019t just treat obvious issues like stains and tooth injuries. With things like porcelain veneers from Rancho Bernardo, it can even make your gums and smile more proportional!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Author<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.myranchobernardodentist.com\/meet-dr-howard.html\"><em>Dr. Nelson Howard<\/em><\/a><em> is a dentist based in San Diego, CA, having earned his DDS from the UCLA School of Dentistry. He\u2019s also an Accredited Member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD). His specialties include preventive, cosmetic, and restorative dentistry and emergency procedures. Whatever your smile needs, then, Dr. Howard is sure to deliver great results. He currently practices at <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.myranchobernardodentist.com\/\"><em>his self-titled clinic<\/em><\/a><em> and can be reached at <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.myranchobernardodentist.com\/contact.html\"><em>his website<\/em><\/a><em> or by phone at <strong>(858)-451-0550.<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Often enough, people believe smile flaws only come from tooth stains and dental damage. \u201cAfter all,\u201d they think, \u201cwhy else would teeth have an off appearance?\u201d However, the truth is that sometimes a smile is too \u201cgummy.\u201d In other words, you might show off excess gum tissue when you reveal your pearly whites. 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