Unveil Your Best Smile with Crown Lengthening

At Flatiron Dental, everyone deserves a radiant and confident smile. Sometimes, the key to achieving that perfect smile lies in a lesser-known procedure called crown lengthening. This transformative technique can significantly improve the aesthetics and functionality of your teeth. Let's explore what crown lengthening is and how it can benefit you.

What is Crown Lengthening?

Crown lengthening is a dental treatment that reshapes the gum tissue and sometimes the bone around your teeth. The objective is to reveal a more significant portion of the tooth structure. This can be done for various reasons, including:

• Enhancing Aesthetics: If you have a "gummy" smile, where a significant part of your teeth is covered by gum tissue, crown lengthening can create a more balanced and attractive appearance.
• Preparing for Restorations: When there's not enough tooth structure above the gumline, it can be challenging to place crowns, bridges, or fillings. Crown lengthening provides the necessary space for these restorations.‍
• Improving Oral Health: Crown lengthening can help prevent periodontal disease by reducing the depth of gum pockets facilitating the maintenance of optimal oral hygiene.