I have two teeth that are shorter than all the others. Is it possible to just shape the gums around those two teeth? When the tissue heals would it match the surrounding, untouched gums? Also, would the gums regrow after surgery? This has always bothered me about my smile and I plan to have surgery. Thank you.
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Hi there and thank you for your question. It would be ideal to wait until you have your procedure and your gum tissue has completely healed so that the entire surface of the tooth can benefit from the whitening. Good luck!
If this is just an injury from your toothbrush, it's not unlikely for your gum to grow back. The key is to go to your periodontist to make sure that it is not also reflective of any other condition as well as to review proper home care.
This a good question and your photo
is helpful. As a periodontist, or gum specialist, I use gum tissue grafts to
replace gum tissue that for one reason or another has receded from teeth. Bone
loss and the position of your tooth appear to be causing the condition that
concerns you. Gum grafting...
