Crown Lengtheningin Yorba Linda
If you’re looking to fix your gummy smile, improve the health of your gum tissue, or prepare for restorative care, crown lengthening can boost your beams and set your smile up for success.
Why should I choose crown lengthening?
Crown lengthening is one of the best ways to eliminate excess gum tissue from around your teeth, and create a more balanced smile. It can help you restore your appearance and your self-confidence. And in some cases, it’s medically necessary. For example, if you have a damaged tooth that needs a dental crown, the crown lengthening procedure may be necessary to remove some gum tissue and prepare for the crown placement process.
The Benefits of Crown Lengthening
Create A Balanced, Appealing Smile
If you have a “gummy” smile, you may feel self-conscious about showing your teeth in social situations. With crown lengthening, your periodontist can expose more tooth material, create a more balanced appearance, and improve your confidence.
Prepare For Other Dental Treatments
If not enough of your tooth is exposed, crown lengthening may be needed to expose more tooth structure in preparation for a dental crown or a similar restoration. It ensures that your follow-up procedure will be successful.
Long-Lasting Results
Crown lengthening treatment is permanent, and will keep your smile healthy and balanced for years to come, so it’s a good investment for both your appearance and your oral health.
The Crown Lengthening Process
Cleaning & Preparation
Cleaning & Preparation
To begin, your periodontist will clean your gums and mouth, and numb your mouth to ensure your comfort. You won’t feel a thing during the treatment process.
Removing & Sculpting Gum Tissue
Removing & Sculpting Gum Tissue
Next, your periodontist will use a variety of special tools to remove some gum tissue from around your teeth, and to reshape the underlying bone, if necessary. They will follow a custom surgical plan to make sure your new smile looks perfect.
Aftercare & Healing
Aftercare & Healing
Once your procedure is done, you’ll be sent home with instructions on how to rest, heal, and recover. Make sure you follow your instructions, and come to our office for any scheduled follow-ups so that your periodontist can check on your healing and recovery.
FAQ's
Frequently Asked Questions
Check out these frequently asked questions, or call us to speak with our team.
This depends on your insurance policy. Generally, insurers will cover medically necessary crown lengthening, but may not cover the procedure for cosmetic purposes. As always, it’s best to consult with your insurer directly to learn more about your applicable coverage and limits.
It may take up to 2-3 months for your gums to completely heal. However, you will only have about 2-3 days of downtime after your procedure. After this, you’ll mostly be able to resume your normal day-to-day activities.
You won’t feel any pain during your surgery. But after your numbing wears off, you may feel some discomfort. Your oral surgeon will give you a set of recovery instructions to follow, which will help you heal more quickly. Follow them closely, and take any recommended or prescribed medication as directed.
