Periodontal Plastic Surgery


Periodontal Plastic Surgery (Gum Repositioning)

In treating a smile cosmetically, the gums must be considered as the framing of that smile. Not only must they be treated for health and function, but also for their cosmetic architecture. There are a number of cosmetic gum problems that we treat with periodontal plastic surgery:

  • Gummy smiles that show a large band of gums with normal sized teeth
  • Gummy smiles that cover the teeth, artificially reducing the size of all the teeth
  • Selective teeth covered by too much gum tissue, resulting in an uneven smile with some teeth appearing small and short while adjacent teeth are longer, often resulting in a very unsymmetrical smile
  • Gum tissue that creates gaps between teeth
  • Gum defects that result in long root surfaces showing and require grafting of tissue to cover the exposed root surfaces

Today, we can treat these problems with a variety of techniques including:

  • Traditional surgical removal of tissue
  • Surgical flaps to reposition the tissue
  • Laser removal of excess gum tissue
  • Laser reshaping of gum tissue
  • Grafting tissue from one part of the mouth to another to add tissue where needed

We offer computer imaging for patients to view what their smile would look like before performing any procedure to change their level of the gum tissue.

Testimonials

I unexpectedly chipped a tooth and called in the morning to see if I could get an appointment. I called at 9 am and got an appointment for 10:45. It only took 25 minutes from entering the office to being back in my car! Great service, great experience, painless and professionally done. Thank you so much!

Debra Rosenblatt Google Reviews 5 Stars December 2023

June is a great hygienist! I only go to her for teeth cleaning. She’s thorough and keeps my sensitivity in mind. Dr. B is also amazing. She will not recommend extra work if it’s not needed! She truly cares about her patients and always gives the best options.

S. Patel Google Reviews 5 Stars November 2023

Just love my ladies at this dentist's office. Amy is my favorite - she is persistent with ensuring billing is correct and seamless. Love the doctors always so helpful and able to answer any questions I have regarding all my recent dental work. Great job!

Selena Perry Google Reviews 5 stars October 2023

Last month I began using the appliance for sleep apnea. The first night I wore it, no snoring! My husband didn't hear me, he said I was very relaxed. [He] said that with the appliance, I was so relaxed, he had to check my breathing! So far, I have been very pleased!

Helene Ross In-Office Testimonial September 2023

Highly recommend Feiler Dental Associates. They are very attentive, detailed, with an excellent, friendly staff. Perfectionist with Invisalign treatment. Dr. Feiler is the best! 😀

Kathy Halligan Google Reviews 5 Stars April 2023

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River Edge
1060 Main St Ste 100  River Edge, NJ 07661
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Call: (201) 342-3600		  Wanaque 
99 Conklintown Road  Wanaque, NJ 07465 
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Call: (973) 839-0900