Cosmetic and laser treatments at Bailey Orthodontics are designed to enhance the final details of your smile with precision and care. Whether improving gum symmetry, exposing a tooth for treatment, or creating a more balanced overall appearance, these advanced in-office procedures help support healthy, confident, beautifully finished results.
At Bailey Orthodontics, we offer advanced laser procedures including laser gingivectomy and in-office laser exposure. Laser gingivectomy helps reshape excess gum tissue for a more balanced, attractive smile and can also support better oral hygiene. In-office laser exposure is used to uncover teeth that have not erupted properly so they can be guided into place as part of orthodontic treatment. These procedures are precise, efficient, and designed to support both smile aesthetics and treatment success.
Sometimes a patient may have extra gum tissue that covers too much of the teeth, which can make a smile look a little uneven or more gummy than they would like. In those cases, a laser gingivectomy can gently reshape the gumline to create a more balanced look and make the teeth easier to clean. In other situations, a tooth may not come in the way it should and needs a little help breaking through the gums. An in-office laser exposure can make that possible so the tooth can be guided into the right position as part of orthodontic treatment.
The best way to know is to schedule a consultation. We can evaluate your smile and let you know if laser gingivectomy is the right option for you.
Most patients have only mild discomfort. Offices often use local anesthetic or numbing, and laser procedures are generally designed to be more precise and less invasive than traditional soft-tissue surgery.
Treatment time depends on how much tissue is being treated and whether the procedure is for gum reshaping or exposing an impacted tooth. Your orthodontist can give the most accurate estimate at the consult, since impacted teeth vary a lot case to case.
Recovery is usually pretty simple. Some patients may have mild tenderness or sensitivity for a short time after treatment, but most are able to return to normal activities quickly.
With laser treatment, bleeding and swelling are often reduced compared with more traditional methods, though some tenderness and mild irritation can still happen during healing.
Yes, in many cases a laser gingivectomy can help reduce the appearance of a gummy smile by reshaping the gumline and revealing more of the teeth.
Results are typically long-lasting, especially when paired with good oral hygiene and regular dental care.
If a tooth is impacted, it may stay trapped in the gum tissue or jawbone instead of erupting normally. Uncovering it can allow the orthodontist to guide it into the proper position as part of treatment.
It can. Laser gingivectomy is often used to reshape excess gum tissue and create a more even gumline, which can make the teeth look more balanced and visible.
These procedures are commonly used in dental and periodontal care, but the right treatment depends on the patient’s gums, teeth, and overall case. That is why an in-person exam and imaging are important before treatment is recommended.
Every smile has a story. Nothing makes us prouder than hearing how our patients feel about their experience and their new smile.
We just love Bailey Ortho!! We have been to the beautiful Verrado office a couple time now and we just love it!! Amazing staff and incredible doctors. We look forward to our visit!!
Bailey Orthodontics has been nothing but stellar. We tried a different provider for the start of my daughter’s orthodontic treatment which turned out to be a waste of time and money. We are so so thankful we found Dr. Bailey and his team.
We have 3 kids in braces right now! Dr. Bailey along with his team are personable and experienced. Check in is easy and I have never waited past our appointment time.
Our family loves this office! We’ve had great experiences. My husband had Invisalign here and now all three of our kids have braces.
If you’re looking for an orthodontic office, this place is truly something special.
Our family began our orthodontic journey with Bailey Ortho back in 2016, and almost ten years later we just wrapped up with kiddo number four. All four of my children have had wonderful experiences and have walked away with beautiful smiles.
