A beautiful smile shows most of the 8-10 upper teeth with almost no gum above the two front teeth. A smile is considered a “gummy smile” if a significant amount of gingival tissue (gums) can be seen as a person smiles.
Although a gummy smile is considered a normal variation of human anatomy, many people with gummy smiles are very self-conscious when smiling. Fortunately, these smiles can be corrected with simple periodontal surgery procedures. We can safely modify the position and shape of this gum so that more of your natural enamel and less gum shows when you smile.
Exposed tooth roots are the result of gum recession. You may wish to enhance your smile by covering one or more of these roots that make your teeth appear too long. Or, maybe you’re not bothered by the appearance of these areas, but you cringe because the exposed roots are sensitive to hot or cold foods and liquids.
Your gums may have receded for a variety of reasons, including aggressive tooth brushing or periodontal disease. You may not be in control of what caused the recession, but, prior to treatment, we can help you identify the factors contributing to the problem. Once these contributing factors are controlled, a soft tissue graft procedure will repair the defect and help to prevent additional recession and bone loss.
Soft tissue grafts can be used to cover roots or develop gum tissue where absent due to excessive gingival recession. During this procedure, gum tissue is taken from your palate or another donor source to cover the exposed root. This can be done for one tooth or several teeth to even your gum line and reduce sensitivity.
Whether you have soft tissue grafts to improve function or aesthetics, you will receive the benefits of both: a beautiful new smile and improved periodontal health – your keys to smiling, eating and speaking with comfort and confidence.
Contact us immediately and schedule a free consultation. You will be taking the first step towards a beautiful smile.
Been going here for years. Love all the staff! Super friendly and helpful. Great work..great people! Thanks
A great team that works very well together who care immensely of their patients needs. The Dr is very knowledgeable and very good at what he does! I’m always satisfied when I leave after my dental appt.
I was in Bellevue , Wa. visiting my sister and had a filling fall out! I called Dentistry of Bellevue and they got me right in and fixed my tooth. The staff was really nice and the price was less than I would have paid here is Ca! Thanks dentistry of Bellevue for your kindness and great service.
Dentistry of Bellevue is by far the most comfortable dental office Ive ever been to hands down. I live in Puyallup and the drive is a bit out of the way but well worth it. The atmosphere is relaxing always clean and the staff is friendly and professional. Dr. K does excellent quality work and goes out of his way to treat you like family. Definitely would recommend Dentistry of Bellevue to anyone looking for a great dental office!
I have been going to Dentistry if Bellevue for a few years now and my teeth have completely transformed. I am so thankful for them and the service they provide. Audra is always very sweet and gets my appointments set up for next time. Thank you guys for making the dental experience as great as it can be 😉 I highly recommend them!
This office has a really friendly and welcoming atmosphere. I had a really great experience with Dr. Khurana and his staff. The office is really clean and tidy highly recommend to come here!
This doctor is pretty amazing, I also was pretty impressed with these multivitamins that they are unique to this Clinic, they are oral health vitamins. I've been taking them for about 4 months and the difference is noticeable. They also help me find a supplemental dental insurance with my Medicaid. They also provided digital x-rays, which many places are still not using yet. The location is very convenient for me and Bellevue, I will continue to come here and also bring my mother and my sister-in-law and my wife and kids
These are great especially Kim and Amber and Audra. Competent caring and effective Kim is the best hygienist I've had
I have been going here for 6 years, and always love the ladies at the front desk.... Audra takes the time have a friendly conversation and is super helpful with any questions. I do not think I have ever been seen late, and always out within an hour! Cleanings are done gently and the dentist is quick but thorough. Thanks for keeping my smile bright and happy.
Dr. Khurana is extremely nice and helpful! The office is very comfortable and the hygienists and dental assistants very friendly and competent. The front desk staff is excellent too! I have been coming here for 20 years and very happy with the care I receive.