Do you have a tooth that is severely broken or worn down? Is there so little enamel showing that it seems impossible for a repair or restoration to be attached in any permanent way? Are you so tired of living with a short tooth that you are ready to just have it removed? Crown lengthening can save your tooth!
During the crown lengthening procedure, we simply sculpt your gums, and sometimes a portion of your bone, so more tooth is available at the surface. Once the tooth is available, we can securely attach a crown, veneer, or other restoration. It generally takes under an hour to perform and we can usually do it right here in our office.
Crown lengthening is sometimes also used by our Plano cosmetic dentists to remove excess gum tissue from a gummy smile and expose more of your beautiful enamel for its own sake.
If you feel nervous about either procedure, make sure to talk to us about our sedation options. With the right numbing and soothing sedation, you’ll be able to nap through the entire procedure.
