This patient had translucent edges on her upper front teeth, worn edges on both upper and lower teeth, a gummy smile, and desired larger upper lateral incisors and more proportionate tooth sizes. She wanted a brighter, more balanced, and youthful smile.
The Combined Approach: Gum Lift and Veneers Working in Harmony
After reviewing her options, we recommended aesthetic crown lengthening, or a “gum lift,” for all upper teeth to increase vertical tooth length and achieve proper symmetry. Ten porcelain veneers in Cary were placed on her upper teeth to improve size, shape, and color. A nightguard was provided to protect her natural teeth and restorations from nocturnal grinding.
This case is a powerful example of how a gum lift combined with veneers can create ideal tooth proportions, improve symmetry, and enhance a patient’s smile. The patient, who had been seeing our practice since childhood, was thrilled with the transformation and the natural, bright, and youthful result.
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