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| In
many cases of dental decay, tooth fracture, or even in instances
where an individual has "short" teeth, a crown lengthening
procedure will allow us to properly construct an esthetic and functional
crown, bridge, or restoration. |
| Crown
lengthening is a simple surgical procedure which adjusts the position
of the gum around the affected tooth, thereby providing a more solid
tooth on which to anchor the restoration of choice. A functional
crown lengthening will help you regain a beautiful smile and allow
you to eat and speak with comfort and confidence. |
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purely esthetic crown lengthening procedure to correct a "gummy"
smile is often referred to as Gum Contouring.. |
Crown lengthening is used to keep the gums around a crown healthy.
The gums drape around a tooth and protect the tooth and bone that
holds the tooth in the mouth. The gums bond to the tooth surface
and this bond prevents food from getting stuck between the tooth
and gums. The gums need at least two millimeters of tooth to attach
to in order to be effective in preventing food from trapping under
the gums, otherwise serious problems can develop.
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