Attractive Gums

Most dentists in Beverly Hills and Los Angeles will focus their smile improvement efforts on perfectly-aligned, pearly white teeth. But unlike other Los Angeles dentists, I also take the time to remind my patients about the importance of healthy-looking gums. Gums and jaw bone play a critical role in supporting your teeth and contributing to the overall health of your smile.

As a periodontist, or cosmetic dentist in Beverly Hills who specializes in treatment of the area around your teeth, I have acquired the specialized skills and knowledge needed to keep your gums looking and feeling their best. Whatever issue you may have with your gum health or appearance, I am committed to providing thorough treatment in a comfortable office environment.

Find out how Dr. Farnoosh provides excellent gum care techniques as part of his patients' Los Angeles smile makeovers by scheduling an appointment with Beverly Hills cosmetic dentist and celebrity periodontist Dr. Alex A. Farnoosh, or calling 310.657.0503 to set up a consultation.

Aesthetic Gum Treatment & Gum Bleaching

Many of my patients find that discolored gums, or gums with splotchy dark patches, are very unappealing and detract from their smile. Generally, this condition may not be a sign of a dental health problem, but instead is primarily an appearance issue. Both men and women seek treatment, though women are often more self-conscious about their discolored gum appearance. As the pioneer of a procedure to treat discolored or dark gums, and one of the few dental professionals nationwide offering gum bleaching, I have treated celebrities, business leaders, and high-ranking officials. Learn more about how my Beverly Hills gum bleaching treatments can improve your smile.

Gum Grafting & Treating Gum Recession

Patients may experience a receding gum line either because their gum tissue is overly thin and delicate or because they are suffering from periodontal disease. Without treatment, most gum recession will continue to worsen, and eventually cause bone deterioration, raising the risk of tooth loss. In addition, receding gums, especially at the front of the mouth, look unattractive and unhealthy. To treat gum recession, I can perform gum grafting, which involves transplanting gum tissue to shore up the receding area. Instead of using tissue from a patient's own palate, which causes unnecessary discomfort through an additional surgery, over the past ten years I have been using AlloDerm, a naturally-derived material, with tremendous success.

Bone Grafting & Ridge Preservation/Augmentation

A missing tooth is not only unsightly, it can also cause harmful bone deterioration, which may lead to jaw pain, headaches, poor nutrition, and further tooth loss. For my patients who are missing teeth, I often need to reinforce and build up surrounding bone by performing bone graft or ridge preservation before I complete any tooth restoration procedures, such as placement of dental implants. These procedures provide good outcomes for patients who have already seen some bone deterioration, or need to augment the height or width of bone, fill anatomical voids, or correct congenital defects.

Los Angeles Dentist Treating Periodontal Disease

Almost eight out of 10 American adults over the age of 35 have some form of periodontal (gum) disease. If left untreated, gum disease can cause bad breath, swollen and receding gums, extremely sensitive teeth, and eventual tooth loss. Also, independent studies have indicated a relationship between gum disease and development of cardiovascular disease, stroke, bacterial pneumonia, and other conditions such as pancreatic cancer. At my Beverly Hills office, I can professionally treat periodontal disease using the latest technology and laser treatments to help you maintain your overall health.