Periodontal Plastic Surgery in Murfreesboro, TN
Periodontal plastic surgery consists of periodontal procedures in the Murfreesboro, TN region that Dr. Steven Daniel, Dr. Gaydos-Daniel and Dr. Kim perform to improve the look and health of their patients' smiles.
What is Periodontal Plastic Surgery
This is a group of procedures designed to give our patients a nicer, younger smile but also to improve the health and stability of the teeth and supporting tissues. Some procedures, such as esthetic crown lengthening, are designed to uncover the natural teeth which are partially hidden by gum and even bone. The results of this procedure can be both dramatic and life-changing. It is a favorite procedure in our office due to the immediate satisfaction it gives our patients and the great big smiles we receive as a result! Other procedures, such as gum grafting, are designed to recover exposed roots. Not only can this improve a patient's smile, getting rid of that "long in the tooth" look, but it enables us to reduce the possibility of more loss of gum and bone which can eventually cause tooth loss.
If you are dissatisfied with the way your smile looks, esthetic periodontics in Murfreesboro, TN may be the solution. Drs. Daniel, Gaydos-Daniel and Dr. Kim are leading esthetic periodontists in the Murfreesboro, TN region who can make your smile beautiful and healthy. Call us today for a consultation.
Periodontal plastic surgery in Murfreesboro includes smile reshaping and soft tissue procedures that improve comfort, health, and appearance—such as crown lengthening, gum grafting, and frenectomy (frenum release).
Crown lengthening (esthetic & functional)
What is crown lengthening? It is a periodontal procedure that carefully reshapes gum tissue—and sometimes a small amount of supporting bone—so more of the natural tooth shows. Patients often seek it for a “gummy” smile or when a dentist needs more tooth structure exposed to place a crown or other restoration securely.
Esthetic crown lengthening
- Balances gum height for a more even smile
- May help teeth look fuller when gum covers too much enamel
- Planned with photos and your restorative dentist when needed
Functional crown lengthening
- Exposes sound tooth for a crown, bridge, or filling
- Helps restorations sit on healthy tooth, not only on gum
- Often coordinated before restorative work
Who it may help: Adults unhappy with a gummy smile look, or patients whose dentist needs more tooth showing for a lasting restoration. Not every smile needs surgery—veneers or orthodontics alone may be enough in some cases; we explain options after an exam.
When we recommend it: After evaluating gum health, bone levels, and your smile goals. Healing is typically measured in weeks before final restorative work, depending on the case.
Crown lengthening is performed by Dr. Steven Daniel, Dr. Joanne Gaydos-Daniel, and Dr. Sang Hun “David” Kim at our Murfreesboro office (1255 North Highland Avenue).
Frenectomy / frenum release
What is a frenectomy? A frenum is a small band of soft tissue that connects the lip or tongue to the gums or floor of the mouth. When a frenum is short, thick, or pulls tightly, it can tug on the gumline, contribute to a gap between front teeth, make dentures unstable, or limit tongue movement. A frenectomy (frenum release) gently frees that restriction.
When perio practices see this
- High lip frenum pulling on gums or linked to recession
- Tissue interfering with orthodontic stability between front teeth
- Frenum limiting denture comfort or fit
- Tongue-tie concerns that affect oral function (evaluated case by case)
How we approach it
- Exam of soft tissue pull and gum health
- Often a brief in-office procedure with local anesthesia
- May be timed with grafting or other plastic surgery when needed
- Home care instructions to protect healing tissue
Frenectomy is offered by Dr. Steven Daniel, Dr. Joanne Gaydos-Daniel, and Dr. Sang Hun “David” Kim as part of periodontal plastic care in Murfreesboro and Middle Tennessee.
Crown lengthening & frenectomy FAQs
Is crown lengthening only for a gummy smile?
No. Esthetic cases address gum display and smile balance. Functional crown lengthening helps your dentist restore a broken or short tooth with a stable crown or filling margin.
Will I need bone removed for crown lengthening?
Sometimes. If gum alone is covering the tooth, soft tissue may be enough. If bone sits too high relative to the desired gumline, a small amount of bone contouring may be part of the plan so results last.
How is a frenectomy different from gum grafting?
A frenectomy releases a tight tissue band. Gum grafting rebuilds or thickens gum over exposed roots. Some patients need both—for example, when a high frenum contributes to recession. See our gum grafting page for soft tissue graft details.
How do I schedule plastic surgery consults in Murfreesboro?
Book online with NexHealth or call our new-patient line. Bring photos or notes from your dentist if restorative or orthodontic work is planned.
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