Crown Lengthening

Crown lengthening (or crown exposure) maybe a required surgical procedure when your tooth needs a new crown or other restoration. If the edge of that restoration is deep below the gum lilne and not accessible. It may also be necessary to have crown lengthening if the restoration is too close to the bone or below the bone.

This procedure involves adjusting the levels of the gum tissue and bone around the tooth in question, to create a new gum-to–tooth relationship. This allows our dentist to reach the edge of the restoration, ensuring a proper fit to the tooth. It should also provide enough tooth structure so the new restoration will not come loose in the future. Another benefit is that it allows you to clean the edge of the restoration when you brush and floss to prevent decay and gum disease. The procedure takes approximately one hour.

When the procedure is completed, sutures are placed to help secure the new gum-to-tooth relationship. You will need to be seen one week after the procedure to remove the sutures and evaluate your healing.