Crown Lengthening

Say Goodbye to Excessive Gum Tissue with Crown Lengthening

Do you feel like your gums are stealing the spotlight from your smile? At Stehl Family Dental, we can help you achieve a more balanced and beautiful smile with our crown lengthening services.

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Why Crown Lengthening?

Excessive gum tissue can hide the beauty of your teeth, leading to a “gummy” smile that may affect your confidence. Beyond aesthetics, too much gum tissue can make it difficult to clean your teeth properly. This can lead to issues like decay or damage hiding below your gum line.

Left untreated, these problems can escalate, possibly resulting in more complex dental procedures down the line.

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What is Crown Lengthening?

Crown lengthening is a dental procedure designed to expose more of your tooth’s surface by carefully reshaping or removing excess gum tissue and bone. This procedure is often performed to improve the appearance of a “gummy” smile, where too much gum tissue covers the teeth, or to prepare a tooth for restorative procedures such as a crown.

By adjusting the gum and bone levels, crown lengthening can provide a better foundation for dental work and enhance overall oral health.

Benefits of Crown Lengthening

Enhanced Aesthetics: Achieve a more proportionate smile by reducing gum coverage.
Functional Improvements: Gain more tooth surface for crowns, bridges, or fillings, ensuring a secure fit.
Better Access for Treatment: Allow your dentist to access decay or damage below the gumline effectively for necessary treatments.

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How Does Crown Lengthening Work?

This straightforward procedure involves carefully sculpting the gum and bone tissue to reveal more of your tooth. Performed under local anesthesia, it’s both safe and relatively quick. After the procedure, you’ll be able to enjoy a healthier and more attractive smile!

Why Choose Stehl Family Dental?

At Stehl Family Dental, you’re more than just a patient—you’re family! Our team is dedicated to providing personalized and compassionate care tailored to your unique needs. With advanced equipment and years of expertise, we ensure your dental experience is as seamless and comfortable as possible.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is crown lengthening painful?

Our experienced dental team thoroughly assesses your tooth to determine the extent of decay and decide the best treatment approach.

How long does recovery take?

To ensure a pain-free procedure, we administer local anesthesia carefully, making sure you are completely numb before moving forward.

Can crown lengthening improve my smile?

With precision and care, we remove the decayed portion of the tooth, ensuring all affected areas are addressed and healthy tooth structure is preserved.