Periodontal Plastic Surgery
Define Your Smile With Periodontal Plastic Surgery
Rebuilding Gum Health and Stability
Periodontists are often called the plastic surgeons of dentistry. Periodontal plastic surgery focuses on your gums, alveolar bone, and the mucus membranes of your mouth to restore the aesthetics, health, and functionality of your smile. If you have a “gummy” smile or any other cosmetic dental concerns, periodontal plastic surgery can help.
Our board-certified periodontists, Dr. Wael Isleem and Dr. Alan Meltzer, proudly provide expert non-surgical periodontal treatment in Voorhees, NJ. Using our KaVo dental laser, our procedures are minimally invasive.
What This Treatment Can Do For You
No more “gummy” smiles
Improve the appearance of your teeth
Restore balance to your smile
Keep your mouth healthy long-term
Non-surgical and pain-free treatment
Our Cosmetic Periodontal Treatments
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Gummy Smile Treatment
Too much gum tissue covering your teeth gives the illusion of a “gummy” smile that you may find unattractive. We gently remove and reshape the gum tissue with a dental laser to ensure natural and symmetrical arches over each tooth. This improves your tooth-to-gum ratio and your overall smile aesthetics.
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Crown Lengthening
Teeth that need treatment or a cosmetic restoration but are covered by excessive gum tissue can benefit from crown lengthening. During this procedure, we use our dental laser to remove the gum tissue around the tooth crown to gain access to the areas in need of treatment.
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Gum Bleaching
If your gums are healthy but you find their dark hue to be unattractive, we offer laser gum bleaching. This depigmentation removes outer layers of melanin-rich dark gum tissue to reveal the healthy, pink tissue beneath. The appointment is short and painless, with immediate and long-lasting results.
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Teeth Whitening
Additionally, we offer Opalescence® teeth whitening to complement our periodontal plastic surgery treatments. This professional-grade whitening provides more dramatic bleaching without the sensitivity or lengthy treatment times of over-the-counter options.
Your plan may combine these procedures based on your goals and gum anatomy.
A More Natural Gum Appearance Starts Here
Periodontal plastic surgery can improve gum health and restore a more natural, balanced appearance to the smile.
At Advanced Oral Specialty Group, Dr. Meltzer and Dr. Isleem use advanced techniques to address gum concerns with precision and long-term stability in mind.
Follow-up care helps protect healing tissue and maintain the improved gumline over time.
What We Focus On During Your Care
Gumline balance and symmetry across the smile
Coverage of exposed or vulnerable tooth roots when needed
Tissue thickness and long-term stability
Comfort during healing and home-care guidance
Aesthetic tooth-to-gum proportions
Whether whitening or other finishing steps support your goals
See How Periodontal Plastic Surgery Reshapes a Smile
Learn how laser-assisted gum contouring and related procedures can refine a gummy smile, improve balance, and support healthier gum tissue around your teeth.
Ready for a More Balanced Smile?
Periodontal plastic surgery can reshape gum tissue for a healthier look and better long-term protection. Schedule a consultation with Dr. Meltzer and Dr. Isleem in Voorhees, NJ to explore the right approach for your smile.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is periodontal plastic surgery?
Periodontal plastic surgery is a group of procedures that reshape or rebuild the gum tissue around your teeth. It can address concerns such as gum recession, exposed tooth roots, uneven gumlines, and insufficient gum tissue while helping protect the teeth and improve the appearance of your smile.
Why might I need periodontal plastic surgery?
You may need periodontal plastic surgery if your gums have receded, your tooth roots are exposed, or you have areas where the gum tissue is too thin or uneven. Treatment can help protect vulnerable tooth roots, improve the gumline, and create a healthier foundation around your teeth.
What procedures are included in periodontal plastic surgery?
Periodontal plastic surgery can include gum grafting, connective tissue grafts, crown lengthening, and other procedures that reshape or rebuild gum tissue. The right procedure depends on whether you need to cover exposed roots, add gum tissue, correct an uneven gumline, or address another periodontal concern.
Can periodontal plastic surgery treat receding gums?
Yes, periodontal plastic surgery can treat gum recession by adding tissue to areas where the gums have pulled away from the teeth. A gum graft can cover exposed tooth roots, help protect them from further damage, and create a more even gumline.
Is periodontal plastic surgery painful?
Periodontal plastic surgery is performed with local anesthesia to keep you comfortable during the procedure. Some soreness, swelling, or sensitivity is normal afterward, but our team will provide specific instructions to help manage discomfort during healing.
How long does it take to recover from periodontal plastic surgery?
Recovery from periodontal plastic surgery varies depending on the procedure and how much tissue is treated. Most patients can return to normal daily activities relatively quickly, while the gum tissue continues to heal over the following weeks. Dr. Meltzer and Dr. Isleem will explain what to expect based on your treatment.