Periodontal procedures are available to lay the
groundwork for restorative and cosmetic dentistry and/or improve
the esthetics of your gum line.
You may have asked your periodontist about procedures to improve a "gummy" smile
because your teeth appear short. Your teeth may actually
be the proper length, but they're covered with too much gum tissue. To correct
this, your periodontist performs crown lengthening.
During this procedure, excess gum and bone tissue is reshaped to expose more
of the natural tooth. This can be done to one tooth, to even your gum line, or
to several teeth to expose a natural, broad smile.
Your dentist or periodontist may also recommend crown lengthening to make a restorative
or cosmetic dental procedure possible. Perhaps your tooth is decayed, broken
below the gum line, or has insufficient tooth structure for a restoration, such
as a crown or bridge. Crown lengthening adjusts the gum and bone levels to expose
more of the tooth so it can be restored.
What are the benefits of this procedure?
Whether you have crown lengthening to improve function or esthetics, patients
often receive the benefits of both. A beautiful new smile and improved periodontal
health - your keys to smiling, eating and speaking with comfort and confidence.
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