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Crown Lengthening

More Accuracy With Digital X-rays

Charisma Dental uses digital X-rays to get a clear, defined picture of what is happening inside a patient’s mouth. This new technology helps us find problem areas faster and more accurately than ever before without a long waiting time for patients.
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Crown Lengthening for Oral Health

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Dentists will recommend crown lengthening to allow for more room to install a crown over a tooth.

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Sometimes, there isn't enough tooth surface for a crown.

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Being able to install a properly fitted crown allows for more comfort and better oral hygiene.

Crown Lengthening for Cosmetics

Some people have what is referred to as a “gummy smile” and crown lengthening will reduce the gum surface while making teeth appear longer. This provides more symmetry in your smile.
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The Procedure

It can be done as an outpatient procedure with you being able to go home when it’s done.
The process involves cutting away gums from teeth and exposing both tooth roots and bone.
Crown lengthening is a surgery performed by a periodontist or gum specialist.
You may need someone to drive you because both a local anesthesia and a sedative may be used.
The area is cleaned and the gums are stitched together.
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Recovery

Make an appointment with Charisma Dental today for an exam to see if this is a procedure you need.
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You will need to be cautious about activities for about three days but it will take three months for gums to completely heal. This type of surgery means you can't do strenuous activity for a while. We would love to talk to you about this option.

Crown Lengthening FAQs

What is crown lengthening?
Crown lengthening is a procedure where gum is removed and reshaped to show more of the tooth’s surface. Some bone can be removed also.
Why is crown lengthening needed for oral health?
Crown lengthening is typically used to create more tooth surface to insert a crown. It can also be a cosmetic procedure to get rid of a “gummy” smile.
Can crown lengthening be done for cosmetic reasons?
Yes, it can reduce the look of a “gummy” smile by reducing the among of gum tissue. That makes teeth look longer.
How is the crown lengthening procedure performed?
The surgeon numbs the area and cuts excess gum tissue and some bone. They reposition remaining gum and stitches it to expose more of the tooth root.
Is crown lengthening done under anesthesia or sedation?
We use local anesthesia in most cases. A sedative is used sometimes if the patient requests it.
What is the recovery like after crown lengthening?
You’ll need to avoid strenuous activity for about three days. Full healing takes around three months.
Does crown lengthening require multiple visits?
No, we do it as an outpatient procedure in one visit.
How can I find out if I need crown lengthening?
A dental exam at Charisma Dental and a consultation is the place to start. Call us or make an appointment online.