Gentle Dentistry

Crown Lengthening

What is Crown Lengthening?

Crown lengthening is a surgical procedure performed to improve a “gummy” smile, because of short teeth. During the procedure, excess gum tissue and some bone is reshaped to expose a larger portion of the tooth, for a better smile. In addition, crown lengthening procedures can also be used to create an even gum line for dental crowns and other restorative procedures.