Crown lengthening is a procedure used to expose more of the natural tooth structure, allowing for longer-lasting restorative treatments or giving teeth a more extended appearance. The process involves reshaping and contouring the gum tissue and underlying bone in order to create an even margin around the crown of a tooth. This provides a stable foundation for prosthetic crowns or bridges that are needed to restore the tooth.
Aesthetic crown lengthening is an oral surgery procedure that involves reshaping the gum line to improve the appearance of a patient’s smile. The process requires removing excess tissue along the margin of the tooth, exposing more of its surface and creating a more aesthetically pleasing gum line. This can help make teeth appear longer or provide more even spacing between them.
Aesthetic crown lengthening can also help improve the symmetry of a patient’s smile, particularly in cases where the gums are uneven or too low. Aesthetic crown lengthening is typically performed by a periodontist, and local anesthetic is used. The results of aesthetic crown lengthening are usually permanent and can help improve the overall appearance of a patient’s smile.
The procedure starts with the periodontist separating the gums from the underlying bone and tissue to expose more of the tooth structure. Next, excess gum tissue and bone is removed to create a uniform margin around the crown.
The amount of gum tissue and bone that needs to be removed is meticulously determined by the dental professional and depends on the type of treatment needed. Once the gum and bone have been reshaped, sutures are placed to complete the procedure.
Aftercare is essential for successful crown lengthening and should include proper oral hygiene practices.
After the procedure your doctor may recommend: