Managing the "Gummy Smile" In the first example the patient's initial "gummy smile" and two misshapen and discolored crowns detract from her look. After aesthetic periodontal surgery to expose more tooth structure and the placement of four new crowns (caps), her smile is dramatically improved.
	Before Treatment	After Treatment
	In this second example, a variety of dental abnormalities can contribute to an unattractive smile. Working in conjunction with the general dentist, the periodontist performed several periodontal plastic procedures to manage the "gummy look" and to cover recession. Then the general dentist veneered the misshapen and malposed tooth to complete a great smile. The cooperative team of the periodontist and the general dentist can provide great rewards to all concerned.
	Original Problems: 1. Too much gum  2. Gum Recession	After Aesthetic Periodontal Plastic Surgery and a Veneer on the Malposed Tooth
	Good Oral Hygiene: Before and AfterPeriodontal Scaling and Root PlaningConnective Tissue Graft to Cover Gum RecessionPeriodontal Plastic Surgery to Manage a Soft Tissue Ridge Defect in     preparation for a Fixed ProsthesisManaging the "Gummy Smile."Creating a New LookFunctional Crown LengtheningGuided Bone RegenerationSingle - Stage ImplantBack Teeth Replaced with an ImplantImplant to Replace an Upper Front ToothRidge Width Augmentation in Preparation for Dental Implant PlacementClosed Sinus ElevationOpen Sinus Elevation

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