Crown Lengthening
Crown lengthening removes excess gum tissue and sometimes bone to expose more tooth structure. It's done for both functional reasons (to support a dental crown) and cosmetic purposes (to correct a gummy smile).
Procedure Steps
- 1Assessment and treatment planning
- 2Local anesthesia
- 3Gum and/or bone recontouring
- 4Suturing and healing
FAQ
What is crown lengthening used for?
It's used to expose more tooth structure for crown placement or to fix a gummy smile where too much gum covers the teeth.
How long until I can get a crown after crown lengthening?
Usually 4-6 weeks of healing is needed before the permanent crown can be placed.
Treatment Details
- Recovery Time
- 2-3 weeks
- Average Cost
- $500-$1,500
- Category
- Periodontics