Crown Lengthening
What Is Crown Lengthening?
Crown lengthening is a highly precise procedure designed to reshape your gum tissue and sometimes the underlying bone to expose more of your natural tooth structure. At Gil Dental Clinic, Dr. Yeendy Gil performs this procedure with an artistic and clinical eye. Finding a skilled dentist in Hialeah, FL is crucial for achieving an even, beautiful gum line. As your premier Hialeah dental office, we use crown lengthening to correct gummy smiles or to prepare a damaged tooth to securely hold a new dental restoration.
Benefits Of Crown Lengthening
This versatile procedure offers both stunning cosmetic improvements and essential functional advantages:
CREATION OF A SECURE RESTORATIVE FOUNDATION
If a tooth is broken off right at the gum line or has decay hidden beneath the tissue, crown lengthening exposes enough healthy tooth structure to allow a permanent crown to fit securely and perfectly.
CORRECTION OF A GUMMY SMILE
For patients who feel their teeth look too short because they are covered by excessive gum tissue, this procedure reveals the beautiful natural length of the teeth, dramatically enhancing the symmetry of your smile.
IMPROVED PERIODONTAL HEALTH
By reshaping uneven or excess gums, we eliminate deep pockets where bacteria love to hide. This makes your teeth much easier to clean daily, significantly reducing your risk of localized gum disease.
EFFICIENT SINGLE VISIT CARE
This procedure is typically completed in just one visit and heals beautifully, allowing you to proceed with your cosmetic goals without needing to travel to a separate specialist for cosmetic dental in Miami.
What Can You Expect During A Crown Lengthening Treatment?
Crown lengthening is a comfortable, straightforward surgical process handled with meticulous care:
PRECISION PLANNING AND NUMBING
We begin with a careful evaluation of your gum line and bone structure. We apply profound local anesthesia so the entire area is completely numb before any reshaping begins.
GENTLE TISSUE RESHAPING
Dr. Yeendy Gil expertly contours the gum tissue. In some functional cases, a very small amount of bone around the root may also be smoothed to ensure the new gum line heals at the correct, healthy level.
SUTURING AND HEALING PROTOCOL
We place fine sutures to secure the gums and provide a specialized rinse to support healing. Once healed, your smile will appear more balanced and naturally proportioned.
Our Approach To Crown Lengthening
Frequently Asked
Questions
Does crown lengthening hurt?
You will not feel any pain during the procedure due to the local anesthetic. After the numbing wears off, you may experience mild soreness and swelling for a few days, which is easily managed with over the counter pain relievers.
How long does it take for the gums to heal after crown lengthening?
The initial soft tissue usually heals within one to two weeks. However, if the procedure was done to prepare for a dental crown, we typically wait about six to eight weeks for the tissue to completely settle before taking final impressions.
Will my gums grow back after the procedure?
When crown lengthening is performed correctly, including the necessary contouring of the underlying bone, the results are permanent and the gum tissue will not grow back over the tooth.
Can I eat normally after crown lengthening?
We recommend eating a soft diet for the first few days and chewing on the opposite side of your mouth to avoid irritating the sutures. Avoid very hot, spicy, or crunchy foods until the area has significantly healed.
Is crown lengthening considered a cosmetic or medical procedure?
It can be both. It is considered cosmetic when done purely to improve the appearance of a gummy smile. It is considered medical or functional when it is required to save a broken or severely decayed tooth.
Does crown lengthening hurt?
You will not feel any pain during the procedure due to the local anesthetic. After the numbing wears off, you may experience mild soreness and swelling for a few days, which is easily managed with over the counter pain relievers.