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Dental Crown Lengthening in Los Angeles
There are many reasons why you might need a crown lengthening procedure. Thanks to the effectiveness of crown lengthening, oral defects like gummy smiles are fixed permanently. Our team serving patients in Los Angeles and the surrounding areas, will perform the procedure that involves exposing more of your teeth’s surface. This goes a long way in enhancing your smile. If you have questions regarding crown lengthening surgery please don’t hesitate to contact us. Here are answers to some of the common questions we get.
What Is Dental Crown Lengthening?
A crown lengthening procedure is a type of oral surgery that involves the removal of excessive gum tissue around the upper teeth. This procedure aims to make your teeth look longer and give you a more natural look. We have a dedicated team that regularly take on these procedures as patients look to overcome various oral setbacks and get an outstanding smile. If you have an uneven gum line, our experts will perform a crown lengthening procedure to make the gum line more symmetrical. This will enhance your smile and make it more natural.
Apart from the fact that you might crown lengthening for cosmetic reasons, we might also perform crown lengthening procedures for other reasons. For instance, this procedure might be needed to support the installation of dental crowns. We often use crowns to replace teeth that are cracked or damaged. Remember that you might need a crown lengthening procedure to create space for tooth replacement if you have severe tooth decay that results in untreatable cavities. Dental crowns are the go-to option for patients with missing teeth due to cavities and other oral conditions. Crowns are also used to cover discolored teeth and give you a brighter smile.
What Happens During a Crown Lengthening Procedure?
A crown lengthening procedure typically involves removing excess gum tissue to expose more of the crown. It can also involve removing some bone tissues to create the ideal shape for your teeth. More of your tooth structure will be exposed when you undergo a crown lengthening procedure. This is crucial because it makes your teeth look natural. With a bigger exposed surface, we will fit you with a dental bridge that replaces the missing tooth. Our team can also perform an additional dental procedure to make your gum line asymmetrical.
Is Crown Lengthening Painful?
A crown lengthening procedure is not painful. This is because we put you under local anesthesia before starting the procedure. You will not feel any pain or discomfort during the entire process. After numbing the affected area, our expert will then cut into the gum and expose the jawbone as well as the tooth root. Then, our team will decide whether to remove some of your gum or the bone to create enough tooth structure. This decision is made after carefully evaluating your gum condition. Upon the completion of the procedure, we will carefully put the gum back into the rightful position. From here, you will have to wait for a few weeks to recover. You might experience slight discomfort post-surgery, with our team giving you tips on how to manage any side effects.
