Keith's

Keith’s Story

Imagine the crushing blow of losing a front tooth in an accident, only to be left with a dental implant and a porcelain crown that seemed to stick out like a sore thumb. For Keith, this was a reality that left him feeling self-conscious beyond words. He confessed that social situations became a source of anxiety, his right hand perpetually covering his mouth whenever he felt compelled to smile. It was as if his hand had become an integral part of his smile, a habit he couldn't shake.

When Keith came to us, we meticulously assessed his situation and noticed that the implant crown extended far too high up the gum line, exacerbating the problem with its bulky porcelain. We had a hunch and decided to put it to the test. By replacing the permanent crown with a custom temporary one, we could gauge where his gum line would settle with a correctly shaped restoration.

Our theory proved spot on! Keith's gum line did indeed descend to a more aesthetically pleasing position, but it still wasn't quite where we envisioned it. To achieve the perfect balance, we performed a minor laser gum retouching on the neighboring teeth, evening out his gum line for a seamless, natural look.