Crown Lengthening for a Harmonious, Balanced Smile

If you feel your smile shows too much gum or your teeth look short, crown lengthening could be the ideal solution. This procedure carefully reshapes the gum line to expose more of your natural teeth, enhancing both the aesthetics and balance of your smile. By removing excess gum tissue, your teeth appear longer and better proportioned, helping you achieve a more harmonious and confident smile.

Traditional Gingivectomy

A traditional gingivectomy is a surgical procedure that removes excess gum tissue to treat gum disease or improve the appearance of the gums. This procedure helps reduce pocket depths, eliminate infected tissue, and promote healthier gums. It is often performed to enhance both function and aesthetics, improving overall oral health.

Crown Lengthening (Deep Caries)

Crown lengthening for deep caries is a surgical procedure used to expose more of a tooth when decay extends below the gumline. By removing excess gum tissue and, in some cases, bone, the dentist ensures enough healthy tooth structure is available for placing a crown, restoring both function and aesthetics.

Gingivectomy (Esthetic)

Aesthetic gingivectomy is a cosmetic procedure that removes excess gum tissue to improve the appearance of the gums and create a more balanced smile. It is often used to treat a "gummy smile" by reshaping the gumline for a more symmetrical and natural-looking result, enhancing both the appearance and function of the teeth.

Crown Lengthening (Esthetic)

Aesthetic crown lengthening is a cosmetic procedure that removes excess gum tissue to improve the appearance of a "gummy smile" or uneven gumline. By reshaping the gumline, this procedure exposes more of the tooth, creating a balanced, natural smile and preparing the tooth for restorative treatments like crowns or veneers.

Crown Lengthening (Tooth Wear)

Crown lengthening for tooth wear is a surgical procedure that reshapes the gum tissue and sometimes the underlying bone to expose more of the tooth's surface. It is typically performed when a tooth is worn down, fractured, or decayed, allowing for proper placement of a dental crown to restore function and aesthetics.

Crown Lengthening (Dental Trauma)

Crown lengthening for dental trauma is a procedure used to expose more of a tooth following injury, such as a fracture or break below the gumline. By removing excess gum tissue and sometimes bone, the dentist ensures sufficient tooth structure is available to place a crown, restoring function and appearance.

Enhance Your Smile with Precision Crown Lengthening

Crown lengthening serves both restorative and cosmetic purposes. When a tooth has decay or a fracture below the gum line, this procedure exposes more of the tooth’s crown, providing adequate structure for fillings, crowns, or other restorations.

The treatment is performed under local anesthesia, so you may experience mild discomfort as the numbing effect wears off. Pain management is typically provided, and it’s important to inform your dentist of any medications you are taking. A follow-up visit is usually scheduled to check healing and remove any stitches if necessary.

Book Your Crown Lengthening Consultation Today

We prioritize your comfort throughout the crown-lengthening process. If you have any questions, our team is here to help. Call our office today to schedule your appointment and learn how crown lengthening can help you achieve the smile you’ve always wanted!