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If an oral health professional tells you that you need a crown or a filling, you probably already know that it\u2019s to repair a damaged or decayed tooth. But what if they\u2019re recommending crown lengthening<\/a>? What sort of problem is that meant to address? While the procedure is sometimes performed for cosmetic reasons, it can also be a necessary step in restoring your smile. Here\u2019s what you need to know about crown lengthening and why it might be needed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

What is Crown Lengthening?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Crown lengthening is a procedure where a small amount of gum and\/or bone tissue is removed to expose more of your tooth\u2019s natural structure. Small incisions are made in your gums so that your periodontist can take away the unneeded tissue; the underlying bone may be reshaped as needed. This is a relatively simple procedure that can typically be completed in just 60 to 90 minutes. Depending on your situation, it might be performed on just one tooth or several teeth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why Do You Need Crown Lengthening?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

For some people, having gum tissue removed to reveal more of their teeth is the solution for what\u2019s known as a \u201cgummy smile.\u201d This condition refers to when an excessive amount of gum tissue is making your teeth look unusually small. Crown lengthening allows your periodontist to get rid of the tissue that\u2019s not needed to bring out the best of your smile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

That being said, sometimes crown lengthening is done for oral health reasons. If there\u2019s too much tissue covering a tooth, there might not be enough room to place a dental crown. By exposing more of the tooth\u2019s surface, the periodontist creates the room needed to place the restoration and restore the tooth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How Do You Know If You Need Crown Lengthening?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The only way to know for sure if you need crown lengthening is to talk to a dentist or periodontist. They can determine whether a tooth needs repair as well as whether or not there\u2019s enough room to place a crown right away. Possible signs that you need crown lengthening include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n