Treatments
Reshaping the gum line, for a better smile or to save a tooth.
A short gum procedure that reveals more of a tooth, either to balance a gummy smile or to give a damaged tooth enough structure to be restored.
Two Objectives
Aesthetic and functional.
Aesthetic crown lengthening
For a gummy smile or uneven tooth heights, the gum line, and sometimes the underlying bone, is reshaped to reveal more of the natural tooth, for a balanced smile without changing the teeth themselves.
Functional crown lengthening
When a tooth is broken or decayed near the gum line, repositioning the gum and bone creates the space a crown or filling needs. This can make it possible to restore a tooth that might otherwise need to be removed.
As with any gum surgery, there may be some swelling and tenderness for a few days. Afterwards, teeth can look slightly longer and feel more sensitive, and small gaps can appear between teeth; these are discussed at your consultation.
What to Expect
A short, coordinated pathway.
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A single procedure under local anaesthetic
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Healing reviewed before final restorations, usually after six to eight weeks for back teeth and three to six months for front teeth
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Close coordination with your restorative dentist
Plan your crown lengthening.
Contact
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Whether you are a patient, a referring dentist or a professional contact, tell us a little about what you need and we will make sure your message reaches the right person.
For rapidly spreading facial swelling, or difficulty breathing or swallowing, call 999 or go to A&E. For urgent advice out of hours, call NHS 111.
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