{"id":296,"date":"2020-07-07T21:32:00","date_gmt":"2020-07-07T21:32:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.pasadenafamilydentistry.com\/blog\/?p=296"},"modified":"2023-06-19T14:33:16","modified_gmt":"2023-06-19T14:33:16","slug":"gum-recontouring-porcelain-veneers-pasadena-transform-smile","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.pasadenafamilydentistry.com\/blog\/gum-recontouring-porcelain-veneers-pasadena-transform-smile\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Transform Your Teeth &#038; Gums into Your Ideal Smile"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Numerous studies have found that the look of a person\u2019s smile is widely reported as their most memorable feature when making a first impression. In fact, research suggests that a beautiful set of pearly whites can help you look younger, healthier, more confident, and even more trustworthy than a dull smile. Unfortunately, you may be losing out on these important benefits if you have flawed teeth or excess gum tissue. Thankfully, you don\u2019t have to live with your dental imperfections if you don\u2019t want to! Whether you have one cosmetic issue in your smile or several, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pasadenafamilydentistry.com\/gum-recontouring.html\">gum recontouring<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pasadenafamilydentistry.com\/veneers.html\">porcelain veneers<\/a> in Pasadena can help you get the smile you\u2019ve always wanted!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Are Porcelain Veneers?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Countless celebrities like Tom Cruise, Miley Cyrus, and Zac Efron owe their million-dollar smiles to porcelain veneers. However, this dazzling cosmetic dental treatment isn\u2019t just for smiles destined for the silver screen! Anyone can get a red carpet-ready set of pearly whites with porcelain veneers. These ultra-thin shells of dental porcelain are designed to cover the entire visible portion of a tooth, completely changing its size, shape, or color. They\u2019re most commonly used to mask issues like:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Chips, cracks, and other noticeable enamel damage.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Stubborn stains or discoloration that won\u2019t lighten with whitening treatments.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Slightly gapped, crooked, or misshapen teeth.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Is the Process for Porcelain Veneers Like?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In most cases, you can improve your smile with porcelain veneers in just two easy visits. First and foremost, you\u2019ll have a consultation with your downtown Pasadena dentist to go over your goals, review your oral health, and confirm that porcelain veneers are right for you. Then, your tooth or teeth need to be prepared for the porcelain veneer. Typically, this includes removing a thin layer of enamel and taking impressions of the textured surface. You\u2019ll wear a set of temporary veneers for a short while until your permanent ones have been created and are ready to be bonded to the front of your teeth. Then you\u2019ll walk out of your dentist\u2019s office with a smile that\u2019s ready to be shown off to the world! &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Can I Get Porcelain Veneers If I Have a Gummy Smile?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Teeth aren\u2019t the only noticeable part of our beautiful smiles. If you have too much gum tissue, your teeth may appear too short or stubby, giving the appearance of a \u201cgummy\u201d smile. You\u2019ll need to have this issue addressed before perfecting your teeth with porcelain veneers. Thankfully, your downtown Pasadena dentist can quickly and comfortably reshape your gums with gum recontouring. After a local numbing agent is applied to ensure your comfort, a soft tissue laser is used to remove any excess gum tissue. Since it cauterizes while moving along your gumline, your chances of discomfort, bleeding, swelling, and infection are significantly lowered. Once your gums have healed and the full surface of your teeth have been revealed, you and your dentist can determine if porcelain veneers are the next best step towards your ideal smile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><em>At Pasadena Family Dentistry, we go above and beyond to make every visit as pleasant as possible. Our talented dental team uses state-of-the-art technology like the soft tissue laser to provide the most comfortable, personalized, and effective results. They offer a comprehensive menu of treatments to help you achieve optimal oral health as well as the smile you\u2019ve always wanted. 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