Crown Lengthening
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Show More of Your Smile With Crown Lengthening in Rochester Hills
- Reveal more of your teeth for a more balanced smile
- Improve the fit and durability of crowns and other restorations
- Reduce the appearance of a "gummy" smile
- Create better proportions between your teeth and gums
- Make daily brushing and flossing more effective
- Prepare teeth for restorative treatments like crowns and veneers
Discover the Benefits of Crown Lengthening
Crown lengthening can play an important role in both cosmetic and restorative dentistry. Our periodontist will recommend crown lengthening only when it supports your treatment goals and oral health needs. This procedure can:
- Create Space for Restorations - If a tooth is damaged near the gumline or has insufficient exposed structure to support a restoration, crown lengthening can uncover more of the tooth. It creates the space needed for proper treatment.
- Increase Restoration Stability - Crowns and other restorations perform best when they are securely attached to healthy tooth structure. Crown lengthening helps create a stronger foundation for long-lasting results.
- Improve a Gummy Smile - Excess gum tissue can make teeth appear shorter than they actually are. Reshaping the gumline can reveal more tooth surface and create a more attractive smile.
- Enhance Cosmetic Results - If you are planning veneers or other cosmetic procedures, crown lengthening can help create a more proportionate gumline before treatment begins. This leads to a more balanced and natural-looking result.
Exposing more of your tooth structure can also make it easier to clean along the gumline. Better access for brushing and flossing supports healthier gums and reduces the buildup of harmful bacteria. By maintaining healthy gums, you protect both your smile and your overall well-being.
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Common Questions About Crown Lengthening
What is crown lengthening?
Crown lengthening is a periodontal procedure that reshapes the gum tissue to reveal more of your natural tooth. It may be recommended to prepare a tooth for a crown, veneer, or other restoration. It can also improve the appearance of a gummy smile by creating a more balanced tooth-to-gum ratio.
Why would I need crown lengthening before getting a crown?
You may need crown lengthening if there isn't enough visible tooth structure to securely support a dental crown. This can happen if a tooth is broken, decayed, or damaged near the gumline. By exposing more of the tooth, crown lengthening helps your restoration fit properly, stay stable, and last longer.
Can crown lengthening fix a gummy smile?
Crown lengthening can fix a gummy smile. If excess gum tissue makes your teeth look short or uneven, crown lengthening can reshape the gumline and reveal more of each tooth. The result is a smile with better proportions that looks natural and inspires confidence.
Is crown lengthening painful?
Crown lengthening is not painful. Your comfort is a priority throughout treatment. The area is numbed before the procedure, and sedation options may be available if you feel anxious. Afterward, you may have mild soreness, swelling, or tenderness, but these symptoms are manageable with proper after-care instructions.
How long do I have to wait after crown lengthening before getting my crown?
The time to get your crown after crown lengthening can vary. Healing time varies depending on your treatment needs and how your gums respond. Your periodontist will monitor your recovery and determine when the tooth and gumline are stable enough for your final crown. Waiting for proper healing helps ensure your restoration fits well and delivers long-lasting results.
