Gum Health

A beautiful smile is a hallmark of confidence, charm, and personality. However, some individuals notice that their smiles reveal more gum than teeth, which can affect self-esteem and overall facial esthetics. Celebrities, who are constantly in the spotlight, often rely on specialized cosmetic procedures to perfect their smiles. At La Jolla Family Smile Design, patients can access advanced smile solutions, including precise celebrity gum contouring with Dr. Jaime Breziner, to create balanced, camera-ready smiles. Dr. Jaime Breziner, DDS, a member of the American Dental Association, California Dental Association, San Diego[...]

How healthy are your gums? If you’re like many of our patients, you may not know the answer to that question without coming in for an examination. Still, it’s a good idea to have a basic understanding of what healthy gums look like so that you know whether you need to schedule an appointment. Below, our dental team at La Jolla Family Smile Design discusses what you can watch for: Here’s What Healthy Gums Look Like Healthy gums are usually pink, unless you have a darker skin complexion, in which[...]

Self-conscious about showing too much gum when you smile? A gummy smile results when more of the gums are visible than the teeth. A gum lift not only improves your smile but increases your confidence. The dentists at La Jolla Family Smile Design explain what a gum lift involves and how it improves your gummy smile. Gummy Smile  Patients with a gummy smile often feel their teeth are too short and the proportion between the gums and teeth is unbalanced. This could result from improper eruption or teeth affected by excessive wear.[...]

Do you suffer from chronic or frequent bad breath? You may try to cover it up with mints and gum, but those can only temporarily conceal the odor — they do not solve the problem for the long term. The dental and periodontal experts at La Jolla Family Smile Design have some advice on ways to refresh your breath. Following these tips can help you to avoid awkward social interactions. Brush and Floss Yes, dentists are always telling you to brush and floss, but this advice is legitimately your best[...]

Occasional bleeding from the gums may occur as a result of overly enthusiastic brushing. If your gums bleed on a regular basis, it’s critical to find out why and seek treatment. The dentists at La Jolla Family Smile Design explain why prompt dental attention is necessary when your gums start to bleed. Bleeding Gums Good oral hygiene can prevent many cases of bleeding gums. That means brushing your teeth after every meal and daily flossing. Not doing so leads to bacterial plaque building up on teeth. Tartar eventually forms from[...]