Laser Gum Recontouring in Nashville, TN - Center for Advanced Dentistry

In the same way that a gold gilding showcases a painter’s masterwork, Nashville dentist Dr. Forbes likes to think of the gum line as a frame for the natural artwork that is your smile and likes to improve your smile with laser recontouring.

Our high-tech, state-of-the-art dental lasers allow Dr. Forbes to reshape the gums for a more attractive smile. The dental laser has replaced the scalpel for most aesthetic procedures and is a virtually painless treatment.

Whether you live in the greater Nashville area or are a visitor to our city, when you want to find out more about laser-gum contouring and the many ways that lasers have replaced the dentist’s drill and scalpel, please contact the Center for Advanced Dentistry online or call us at (615) 383-6787 to book an appointment with Dr. Forbes.

How Gums Help Make Your Smile Attractive

Although you probably think of your teeth when you think of what makes your smile attractive, your gums have an important part to play, too. Your gums should:

Balance your teeth to create proper smile proportion
Create a line that mirrors the cusps of your teeth
Be a healthy color and shape–not swollen
Fill in the area around the bases of your teeth without leaving “black triangles”

Gum contouring primarily addresses the top two cosmetic goals. The second two are related to gum disease and receding gums, something we hope to counter with preventive dentistry.

Many people are unhappy with what is described as a “gummy smile,” when they show too much gum tissue compared to the amount of tooth they show. If this is how you feel, we will evaluate your smile to determine whether you really do have excess gum tissue. If so, then we will remove some to establish the proportions you desire. If you just have naturally short teeth, we might recommend an alternative like porcelain veneers to build up your teeth to create the proper proportions.

A similar analysis governs how we approach an uneven gum line. If your gum line is uneven, it can make your teeth appear crooked, even if they are actually straight. When we look at the line of your gums, we can determine if you will benefit from gum recontouring or if porcelain veneers, orthodontics, or another procedure might get you the results you desire.

Nothing to Fear from Laser Gum Recontouring

Do not let a “gummy smile” keep you from expressing confidence and poise. While a certain amount of gum tissue protects your teeth, excess gum tissue fails to provide your smile with additional protection–it just prevents you from having a balanced smile.

Dr. Forbes can contour your gum tissue with a painless laser treatment that will provide you with a full, radiant smile. He has extensive training in laser dentistry and can give you the smile you deserve.

Our lasers promote faster healing and minimize post-treatment discomfort.

For patients who have a history of anxious dentist-office visits, the laser also creates a more soothing treatment option because it can be used instead of a noisy, vibrating drill. This translates into a more comfortable, secure experience for you.

To find out more about laser-gum contouring and the many ways that lasers have replaced the dentist’s drill and scalpel to create a more soothing and comfortable patient experience, please contact Nashville’s Center for Advanced Dentistry online or call us at (615) 383-6787 to book an appointment with Dr. Forbes.

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The new owner of Center For Advanced Dentistry, Dr. Mckinnon Forbes has done several procedures on me when was practicing in North Carolina and I... read more

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Sammie U.

If you have dental anxiety, this is for you! In April of last year, I had to have a molar extracted (from a different dentist) and the experience was quite horrible. I had already developed some dental anxiety prior to this, but this particular visit sent it through the roof. I knew I needed a new dentist and I wanted to find a holistic one who would align with my values and refer out to other practices as little as possible. I found Dr. Forbes at Center for Advanced Dentistry and scheduled a consult knowing I would eventually need an implant to replace my missing tooth. Crissy, their patient coordinator, spent almost three hours with me that first day! She was incredibly kind, great at helping educate me about the root causes of the issues going on in my mouth, patient answering all my questions, and so encouraging when I shared with her how much I struggled with anxiety when getting dental work done. Her passion for helping others in this field radiates through her and quickly helps build an immediate trust. We discussed several different options to best fit my timeline, budget, fears/anxiety, etc. I chose to have two additional teeth extracted (both were root canals that I had wanted out for years) and have implants placed in the, what would be three missing areas. At first, I had decided I wanted to be fully put under with anesthesia because I was so nervous about the procedure. But as we got closer, I started to wonder if I could do it without since it was so expensive, and overall not the healthiest option either. Dr. Forbes and Crissy encouraged me that I could do the procedure with alternative calming methods that they offer and that if at any point I felt like I couldn’t handle it, we could stop. Y’all, I don’t have the words to express the gratitude toward Dr. Forbes and the whole CAD office on surgery day. From their patience in waiting for me to be ready for them to start, to holding my hand and wiping away my tears. From Dr. Forbes communicating with me throughout the whole process, to pushing through seven hours with me in the chair to wrap up what I believe to be the best work anyone could have performed. I’m not even three days post-op and I can’t believe how little pain I’ve felt. I will never trust another dentist like I do Dr. Forbes and I can honestly say I’m less fearful now for future procedures. I look forward to the future dental work and corrections I’ve needed for such a long time! I never thought that would be possible. Thank you, Center for Advanced Dentistry!

Tamara B.

I was extremely hesitant to try yet another dentist. I needed to get another opinion for my own peace of mind though, so I gave CFAD a try. I had seen multiple friends post about them and from the look of their website and social media they looked like they aligned well with my holistic approach to health in general. Backstory: I have had a handful of dental emergencies as an adult, that always led to tooth removal. They were at traditional dentist offices that seemed to want the quick fix to everything. I believe my teeth probably could have been saved if I had known more about preventative oral health and the holistic mindset around teeth in general back then. Most dentists (at least the many that I have seen) do not educate you on full body functional health. They focus on service level in my opinion. I needed more than this. I was tired of not understanding. So I learned more about holistic options. I have a lot of anxiety seeing dentists because every visit for over a decade was always bad news. I need my bite corrected, a few implants, and some small fires to be put out. I don't need a celebrity smile like other doctors have pushed, and I very much like my smile how it is. What I need is better function of my overall health. I didn't want braces at 33 and the suggested gameplan from another doctor was many years of work. Going into CFAD today, I felt this huge weight and confusion over me. I was nervous and defeated, but I walked out empowered and confident! My consultation was more like having coffee with a friend. Crissy immediately helped my nerves dissipate with her personality and gentle demeanor. We talked for hours. The wealth of knowledge that was poured into me was exactly what I was searching for. She was very likeminded about health in general and made me feel safe to ask questions. She eased into the plan for my mouth and I never felt like she was rushing or waiting to move on to the next topic. I could have talked to her all day. She really made me completely comfortable before I even saw Dr. Forbes. So by the time he came in, I had zero anxiety. That alone is a miracle in itself, because it's never happened before. The plan for my mouth is different than I expected, but I am so excited for their expertise to be a success story for me. I actually understand the plan and why. Another first! I don't need to get braces, and it actually won't take much time at all to bring functionality back into my mouth. If you are on the fence about big dental work, I highly suggest meeting with Center for Advanced Dentistry for a consultation. I can't wait to start improving and healing my mouth with this amazing team.

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