Crown Lengthening Tucker, GA

There are many ways to improve your smile beyond teeth whitening and veneers. If you have overgrown gums, it can be hard to picture your best, sexiest smile. Thankfully, the board-certified doctors at MINT dentistry are experienced in performing crown lengthening to improve your smile and oral health. Crown lengthening (despite the name) does not actually involve making the tooth itself longer. A more accurate name would be "crown exposure” since gum tissue is removed to reveal more enamel, making your teeth look longer. Your dentist may suggest crown lengthening for cosmetic reasons or as a necessary procedure if not enough of your tooth is visible to hold a filling, crown, or another restoration. To find out if crown lengthening could improve your smile or oral health, schedule a consultation at our practice in Tucker, GA.

Having excellent oral health and strong gums is essential for patients considering crown lengthening. Periodontal disease and other conditions that affect the gum tissue need to be treated first. From there, crown lengthening can be performed. Usually, crown lengthening is a cosmetic treatment to address a "gummy" smile. Excess gum tissue can be excised to improve the amount of gums to enamel and give you an even gumline. Crown lengthening might also be required to place a restoration. Your dentist may need to expose more enamel to place a tooth-colored filling, bridge, or crown. During a consultation at our advanced MINT dentistry practice, a board-certified dental professional will evaluate your oral health to decide if crown lengthening can help improve your smile.

At MINT dentistry, our team prioritizes your comfort above all else. Our state-of-the-art treatment rooms feature Beats headphones, MINT sunglasses, and flat-screen televisions to help you stay relaxed during your procedure. Before the lengthening treatment begins, a local anesthetic will be used to numb the area. Our office in Tucker, GA is also equipped with many sedation dentistry options, which can be discussed at your consultation. As soon as you are ready, your doctor will begin to slowly and carefully excise small amounts of soft tissue, revealing more of your teeth with a higher, even gumline. Once the procedure is complete, your dentist will seal the gum tissue to stop bleeding.

If you're expecting to receive any form of sedation, our team will encourage you to plan for a trustworthy adult to bring you home. Your mouth may be slightly swollen and a little sore following this procedure. To remedy this, cold compresses and over-the-counter pain relievers are recommended. In some cases, we may also prescribe antibiotics and/or pain medication. It's best to stick to a soft food diet and drink lots of water for about 3 – 5 days after the procedure. At home, you should clean your teeth with mouthwash and gentle brushing. You should not floss until a team member says it is safe to do so. A follow-up appointment at our MINT dentistry office should be made so we can monitor your recovery.

Your outstanding costs for crown lengthening will depend on your medical reason for receiving the treatment. Dental insurance providers may pay some of your costs in some situations. We will contact your insurance company to calculate your out-of-pocket expenses after any coverage. If you don't have dental insurance, we will estimate your costs during your initial consultation and give you information on financing that can help make your care more affordable. If you do not have dental insurance, ask your dentist about the MINT Discount Plan. At MINT dentistry, we are committed to helping every patient find a way to get sexy teeth.

Crown lengthening is an easy way to transform a gummy smile for patients in Tucker, GA. By removing soft tissue, you can fix a "gummy" smile or prepare your teeth for a restoration. Schedule an initial consultation with our team of board-certified professionals at MINT dentistry to determine if you're a good candidate for a cosmetic or restorative crown lengthening procedure.