Ready for Holiday Photos? How Cosmetic Dentistry Can Help

Family photos, holiday parties, and festive gatherings are right around the corner, but is your smile ready? If missing teeth, uneven gums, or a gummy smile have made you self-conscious, cosmetic dentistry at Baton Rouge Periodontics & Implants in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, can give you the confidence to smile freely in every snapshot. 

Dr. Jenny Herman and her team explain how cosmetic dentistry can help.

What is cosmetic dentistry?

Cosmetic dentistry isn’t just about aesthetics, although that’s certainly part of it. Cosmetic dentistry can also improve the structure, function, and appearance of your smile. 

At Baton Rouge Periodontics & Implants, Dr. Herman offers several cosmetic options, including:

Dental implants

A missing tooth (or teeth) can quickly sabotage your self-confidence, but it’s not just about looks. Missing teeth can lead to a poor diet — it’s hard to chew raw fruits and veggies! — and even jawbone atrophy.  

The good news is that dental implants can address all of these issues. You can replace missing teeth with natural-looking, permanent dental implants that also prevent jawbone atrophy.

Crown lengthening

If you feel self-conscious about a gummy smile, Dr. Herman may recommend crown lengthening. During crown lengthening, Dr. Herman reduces excess gum tissue to perfect your gumline and make your teeth appear longer.

Cosmetic gum treatments

Receding gumlines can make you look older than your years, but cosmetic gum treatments can address the issue and restore the appearance (and health!) of your gums.

Dr. Herman can restore receding gums using techniques like gum grafting, bone grafting, or the Pinhole Surgical Technique (PST™).

Dr. Herman may also recommend the laser-assisted new attachment procedure (LANAP®) to promote gum regeneration and tighten healthy tissues. LANAP is a laser-based treatment that removes diseased tissue, eliminates pathogenic bacteria, and stimulates healthy gum growth—no scalpels or stitches required. 

The bottom line: Gum treatments can lead to a smoother, more balanced gumline that enhances your smile and improves your overall health.

Why consider cosmetic dentistry

Cosmetic dentistry can help you:

• Achieve a beautiful, healthy gumline
• Fill gaps with a full set of teeth
• Improve chewing and speech
• Prevent teeth from shifting 
• Boost your self-confidence

Whether you want to restore missing teeth, alter the appearance of your gumline, or achieve a more symmetrical smile, cosmetic dentistry helps you look and feel your best for the holidays and every season after.

Smile confidently this holiday season

Don’t let missing teeth or gum concerns hold you back from enjoying the holidays. Call Baton Rouge Periodontics & Implants at  225-769-1444 or schedule your consultation online to explore the cosmetic dentistry options that can give you a holiday-ready smile.