Cosmetic Dentistry Orange County | Huefner Sensational Smiles Blog

Removing excess gum tissue that is covering your teeth can go a long way in improving the overall quality of your smile. An increasingly popular choice in cosmetic dentistry in Orange County, gum lifts are a safe, effective, and permanent solution to smiles that are marred by bulky, large gums. Because gum lifts are permanent, having the procedure preformed by an experienced cosmetic dentist like Dr. Norman Huefner is incredibly important. Only a dentist with sufficient experience, training, and precision can help ensure your results are exceptional, and your safety is taken into the highest account.

Recovering from a Gum Lift
Dr. Huefner performs gum lifts with a laser which not only aids in absolute precision. After the anesthesia wears off, you may experience some small discomfort in your gums. For most patients an over the counter medication like Advil is all that’s necessary to alleviate this discomfort.

As with any dental procedure, you should avoid eating or drinking until the numbness from the anesthesia has worn off. This process generally takes as little as half an hour. In the days following your gum lift, careful attention should be paid to taking care of your mouth.

Aftercare for a Gum Lift
Your gums will heal rapidly from a gum lift, but we recommend you follow these basic steps to ensure against infection and unnecessary discomfort:

• Rinse your mouth with a non-alcohol containing mouth wash (like BreathRx) twice daily
• Brush gently but frequently to avoid plaque buildup around your gums
• Floss daily to remove plaque in between teeth
• Refrain from smoking, as this slows the healing process down

Complications from a gum lift are exceedingly rare, but following these simple steps will go a long way in helping make sure you avoid any unnecessary issues.

If you live in Orange County, California and are interested in learning more about improving the appearance of your smile with a cosmetic gum lift, please contact the experienced staff at Sensational Smiles to schedule an initial consultation.