If you’re looking to fix your gummy smile, improve the health of your gum tissue, or prepare for restorative care, crown lengthening can boost your beams and set your smile up for success.
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The results of crown lengthening are permanent, so your smile will look more even, balanced, and beautiful for a lifetime.
Why should I choose Crown Lengthening?
Crown lengthening is one of the best ways to eliminate excess gum tissue from around your teeth, and create a more balanced smile. It can help you restore your appearance and your self-confidence. And in some cases, it’s medically necessary. For example, if you have a damaged tooth that needs a dental crown, the crown lengthening procedure may be necessary to remove some gum tissue and prepare for the crown placement process.
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Surgical Guides
Our state-of-the-art lab enables digital planning, design, and the printing of surgical guides for exceptionally predictable procedures.
Digital Smile Design
For crown lengthening procedures, we use advanced digital smile design technology to visualize and plan your ideal smile. This allows us to precisely shape your gumline and ensure that your final restorations blend seamlessly with your natural smile for the best possible aesthetic outcome.
The Benefits of Crown Lengthening
Create A Balanced, Appealing Smile
If you have a “gummy” smile, you may feel self-conscious about showing your teeth in social situations. With crown lengthening, your oral surgeon can expose more tooth material, create a more balanced appearance, and improve your confidence.
Prepare For Other Dental Treatments
If not enough of your tooth is exposed, crown lengthening may be needed to expose more tooth structure in preparation for a dental crown or a similar restoration. It ensures that your follow-up procedure will be successful.
Long-Lasting Results
Crown lengthening treatment is permanent, and will keep your smile healthy and balanced for years to come, so it’s a good investment for both your appearance and your oral health.
The Crown Lengthening Process
Cleaning & Preparation
To begin, your oral surgeon will clean your gums and mouth, and numb your mouth to ensure your comfort. You won’t feel a thing during the treatment process.
Removing & Sculpting Gum Tissue
Next, your oral surgeon will use a variety of special tools to remove some gum tissue from around your teeth, and to reshape the underlying bone, if necessary. They will follow a custom surgical plan to make sure your new smile looks perfect.
Aftercare & Healing
Once your procedure is done, you’ll be sent home with instructions on how to rest, heal, and recover. Make sure you follow your instructions, and come to our office for any scheduled follow-ups so that your oral surgeon can check on your healing and recovery.
Before & Afters
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does insurance cover crown lengthening?
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This depends on your insurance policy. Generally, insurers will cover medically necessary crown lengthening, but may not cover the procedure for cosmetic purposes. As always, it’s best to consult with your insurer directly to learn more about your applicable coverage and limits.
How long does it take to heal?
It may take up to 2-3 months for your gums to completely heal. However, you will only have about 2-3 days of downtime after your procedure. After this, you’ll mostly be able to resume your normal day-to-day activities.
Does crown lengthening surgery hurt?
You won’t feel any pain during your surgery. But after your numbing wears off, you may feel some discomfort. Your oral surgeon will give you a set of recovery instructions to follow, which will help you heal more quickly. Follow them closely, and take any recommended or prescribed medication as directed.
