Crown lengthening is a procedure used to reshape gum and sometimes bone tissue around a tooth. It may be recommended for functional or cosmetic reasons.
In some cases, crown lengthening is performed to expose more of the tooth structure so a tooth can be properly restored with a crown or filling. In other cases, it may be done to improve the appearance of a “gummy smile” by creating a more balanced gumline.
The procedure carefully recontours the gum tissue to create the proper amount of tooth exposure while maintaining healthy surrounding structures.
If you have any questions about crown lengthening, don’t hesitate to contact us today at (630) 426-7365.
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