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What is Crown Lengthening?

Doctor Atcha Photo Could you please explain to me what exactly Crown Lengthening involves and the reason for this procedure?

Debi, MO

Dr. Atcha: Often when a tooth fractures below the gum line or has a very large filling and your dentist has recommended a crown to restore the tooth to normal function a crown-lengthening procedure is often required to ensure adequate tooth structure is present for the retention and the longevity of the crown.
This procedure involves the removal and re-contouring of the gum and bone surrounding the tooth. This provides your dentist with sufficient tooth to work with in order to place the crown so that it will have a better chance of being retained on the tooth and to allow the gum tissues to be healthy.
Not all teeth that need crowns requires crown lengthening procedure.

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