Here at ClevelandSmiles, one of our most important instruments is the diode laser. Though we use it for many reasons, we most often take the laser in hand to remove excess gum tissue. Shaped like a pen or pencil and gripped in an identical manner, the laser removes the tissue in a very predictable and [...]
More and more, we are seeing patients with the complaint or observation "I have a gummy smile," or "I show too much gum in my pictures" (or on Zoom). Though I have written about it before, it's worth taking another look at. It can be caused by a number of things. Some people have a [...]
One of the most common problems that we see in cosmetic dental practices is space between teeth. In back teeth, it often results in a food trap (which does encourage flossing:), while in front teeth, it may also catch debris, while being less than esthetic. Fortunately, we have a number of ways to close those [...]
Some people are born with a "gummy smile," or a smile that seems to be dominated by the tissue around their teeth. With today's dentistry, often this can be remedied through the use of a dental laser, a pen-like instrument that allows us to shape the tissue in a very ideal manner. Much like drawing [...]
With the new year - but wearing the same old masks - it might be a good time to work on your smile, as many of both our longtime and newer patients have. Many of us are working from home (dental staffs excluded) and may have a little more time. Others may have seen friends, [...]
The use of a wax prototype of what a look or smile can become is part of our planning before we embark on a smile makeover. An impression of a patient's teeth can be made digitally - or conventionally with "goop" - to establish a patient's current or beginning situation. In combination with both xrays, [...]
With the new year upon us ("thank goodness," we think/hope), it might be a good time to revisit your plans on a smile makeover. Many insurance plans, as well as HSA accounts, begin again in January, which may help with your investment in your smile. Additionally, with mask-wearing still with us, there's an opportunity to [...]
If you still have money in your HSA account that needs to be used before the end of the year, you might consider using it to improve your smile. HSA money can be used towards annual dental checkups. Routine dental procedures to cover expenses to prevent and alleviate dental disease always qualify as eligible HSA [...]
Recently, a mother and daughter were looking forward to attending a family reunion. The 80-year old mother, however, was bothered by the space between her front teeth. Her daughter called our office, made an appointment, and brought her mom in for a cosmetic dental consultation. After just two visits that included a little gum reshaping, [...]
As we approach the holidays, we are all thinking about presents to give our family and friends. One gift that can be enjoyed by everyone is that of a beautiful smile. With holiday parties, Hannuka dinners, Christmas morning with presents, and New Year's Eve events, you'll want to be smiling through all the festivities. If [...]