Periodontics
Crown Lengthening
A periodontal procedure that exposes more tooth structure for crowns and restorations, or refines gum symmetry for a balanced smile line.
Periodontics
What is crown lengthening?
Crown lengthening reshapes gum tissue and, when necessary, bone to expose more of the tooth—helpful for sub-gum fractures, short clinical crowns, and restorative predictability.
Ideal for:
- A fracture below the gumline
- Severely worn teeth needing restoration
- Uneven gum line (“gummy smile” areas)
- Preparing a tooth for a crown or onlay
Benefits
Why choose this treatment?
Helps save fractured teeth
Creates access to healthy tooth structure that can be restored.
Improves retention
Provides a stable foundation for long-lasting crowns.
Refines gum aesthetics
Balances the gumline for a more harmonious smile.
Fits into smile design
Often integrated into comprehensive aesthetic treatment planning.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
It’s performed with local anesthesia. Healing is usually comfortable, with the gums recovering over 1–2 weeks.
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