Click on the photo for a closer view These pre- and post-treatment photos show how periodontal surgery has made a difference in the smiles of our patients. All surgery performed by Dr. Hall. ESTHETIC CROWN LENGTHENING The excess gingiva is hiding the natural teeth. An improvement is made in this patient's smile after esthetic crown lengthening. Gingival recession can be seen in all of the lower front teeth The tissues are thicker and the height of the gumline improved after gingival grafting surgery. FREE GINGIVAL GRAFTING Thin gums and bone have resulted in a localized area of gingival recession A graft will augment the thin gingival tissue and protect the tooth from further recession Gum recession due to hereditary factors such as thin gingiva and prominent roots can be seen throughout this patient's mouth. In this "After" photo, note the increase in amount of gingiva covering the roots. Note the gingival recession and old crowns. Note the new dental restorations on several teeth and the improvement in the gumline after corrective surgery.