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Improve Your Smile and Restore Damaged Teeth with Crown Lengthening
Crown lengthening is a dental procedure used to reshape the gum line and expose more of the natural tooth structure. This treatment is often recommended when a tooth is damaged or decayed below the gum line, making it difficult to place a crown or other dental restoration. At The Tooth, we perform crown lengthening procedures to help restore teeth and improve the overall appearance of your smile.
In some cases, crown lengthening is also used as a cosmetic treatment to reduce a “gummy smile” and create a more balanced gum-to-tooth ratio. Patients in Sacramento, Roseville, and Yuba City benefit from crown lengthening because it helps prepare teeth for restorations while enhancing smile aesthetics.
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When is Crown Lengthening Needed?
Crown lengthening may be recommended for both restorative and cosmetic dental treatments. By exposing more of the tooth structure, the dentist can properly place restorations such as crowns or fillings.
You may need crown lengthening if you have:
- Tooth decay below the gum line
- A fractured or damaged tooth near the gum line
- A tooth that is too short for a crown or restoration
- Excess gum tissue creating a “gummy smile”
- Difficulty maintaining proper oral hygiene around certain teeth
Our dentist will carefully evaluate your oral health and determine whether crown lengthening is the right treatment for you.
What to Expect During the Crown Lengthening Procedure
Crown lengthening is performed by gently reshaping the gum tissue and sometimes adjusting the underlying bone to expose more of the tooth structure. This allows for proper placement of dental restorations and improved gum contours.
The procedure typically includes:
A comprehensive dental exam and treatment planning
Administering local anesthesia for comfort
Carefully reshaping the gum tissue around the tooth
Adjusting bone structure if necessary
Allowing time for healing before final restoration
After healing, the tooth will have sufficient structure exposed to support a crown or other dental treatment.
Benefits of Crown Lengthening
Crown lengthening offers both functional and cosmetic benefits for patients who need restorative or aesthetic improvements.
Benefits of crown lengthening include:
- Prepares teeth for crowns and restorations
- Improves the appearance of a gummy smile
- Exposes healthy tooth structure
- Enhances gum symmetry and smile aesthetics
- Supports long-term dental health
With proper care and follow-up treatment, crown lengthening can help improve both oral function and smile appearance.
Enhance Your Smile with Crown Lengthening
If you have a damaged tooth below the gum line or want to improve the appearance of your gums, crown lengthening may be the right solution. At The Tooth, we provide crown lengthening treatments for patients in Sacramento, Roseville, and Yuba City, helping restore teeth and create healthier, more balanced smiles.
Our dental team focuses on precise treatment and patient comfort to ensure the best possible results.
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Crown Lengthening FAQs
What is crown lengthening?
Crown lengthening is a procedure that removes or reshapes gum tissue to expose more of the tooth structure.
Why is crown lengthening needed before a crown?
If a tooth is damaged or decayed below the gum line, crown lengthening exposes enough tooth structure to support a dental crown.
Is crown lengthening painful?
The procedure is performed with local anesthesia, and most patients experience minimal discomfort during recovery.
How long does it take to heal after crown lengthening?
Initial healing usually takes one to two weeks, though full healing may take longer depending on the case.
Can crown lengthening improve a gummy smile?
Yes. Crown lengthening can reshape the gum line and create a more balanced and attractive smile.