Crown Lengthening

Periodontist in Sunset, FL

If there is an excessive display of your gingiva while smiling, also known as gummy smile, crown lengthening can prove to be an effective procedure. People with gummy smile appears to have shorter teeth due to the excess display of their gum line. The process can be used to expose decayed/broken portion of the teeth or as a cosmetic procedure. Here, soft tissues are removed to increase the tooth’s visibility. If you want to know whether your gummy smile issues can be rectified through the crown lengthening procedure, contact Sunset Smile Creations dental clinic in Miami, FL.

What are the benefits of crown lengthening?

Crown lengthening offers multiple benefits, like:

  • It addresses cosmetic concerns and improves the appearance of your smile.
  • It helps to expose hidden cavities beneath your gum lines.
  • Hidden tooth fractures gets revealed through this procedure.
  • It helps to expose more tooth structure so that dental equipment like bridges can easily be fitted on them.