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Our office is located on Main Street in Lakemont Park at 166 Lakemont Park Boulevard in Altoona, Pa 16602 Directions/Map
Patient Information
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Treatment Options
- Disease Diagnosis
- Nonsurgical Periodontics
- Surgical Periodontics
- Dental Implants
- Bone Grafting
- Gum Tissue Grafting
- Crown Lenthening
- Cosmetic Procedures
- New Technologies
- Oral Pathology
- Long Term Success
Office Address
Michael L. Cohen, D.D.S.
166 Lakemont Park Blvd.
Altoona, PA 16602
814-949-2622
Cosmetic Periodontal Procedures
The purpose of gum/bone augmentation is to create an increase in the width, depth or height of gum and bone tissue around teeth or in an area where teeth have been lost. This procedure accomplishes the intended result in most cases; however, tissue regeneration is unpredictable and not always 100%. Partial regeneration of gum and/or bone is possible. Most results are an improvement. Occasionally a secondary procedure may be necessary to achieve the intended result.
Many patients also suffer from excessive gum tissue which makes teeth look too short and asymmetrical. Teeth should mirror one another from each side of the midline in length and shape. Please scroll down to see examples of smiles before and after treatment.
Gum Regeneration for Missing RIght Lateral Incisor
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| Gum Depression | Short Crown/Inadequate Gum |
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| Gum Augmentation | New Crown |
Gum Regeneration for Missing Right and Left Lateral Incisors
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| Missing Teeth | Gum Concavities |
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| Gum Augmentation | Gum Augmentation |
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| Gum Recontouring | Temporary Restoration |
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| Final Restoration | Final Restoration |
Cosmetic Gum Recontouring for Excessive Gum Tissue
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