At Silverwood Dental in Saskatoon, we offer both esthetic and functional crown lengthening to enhance your smile and improve your oral health. This procedure involves reshaping the gum tissue and sometimes removing a small amount of bone to expose more of the tooth's surface. Crown lengthening is an effective solution for patients who need more tooth structure exposed for restorative purposes or those seeking an improved smile aesthetic.
Why Consider Crown Lengthening?
Crown lengthening serves two primary purposes:
- Esthetic Crown Lengthening: For patients with a "gummy" smile, where an excessive amount of gum tissue covers the teeth, esthetic crown lengthening can balance your gum-to-tooth ratio. By removing excess gum tissue, we create a more symmetrical and proportionate smile, giving your teeth a longer and more natural appearance.
- Functional Crown Lengthening: In some cases, crown lengthening is necessary to expose more of the tooth for restorative work. If a tooth is damaged, decayed, or broken below the gum line, crown lengthening allows your dentist to access more of the tooth's surface, making it easier to restore with a crown, bridge, or filling. It also helps ensure a more secure fit for dental restorations.
The Crown Lengthening Procedure
At Silverwood Dental, crown lengthening is a safe and routine procedure performed by our skilled dental team. During the procedure, we carefully reshape the gum tissue, and in some cases, remove a small portion of bone around the tooth to expose the desired amount of tooth structure. The area is then cleaned and sutured for healing. Depending on the extent of the treatment, healing can take a few weeks, and we will provide you with thorough aftercare instructions to ensure a smooth recovery.
Benefits of Crown Lengthening
- Enhanced Aesthetics: Achieve a more balanced and proportionate smile.
- Improved Oral Health: By exposing more of the tooth, crown lengthening helps secure restorations, improving the health and longevity of your dental work.
- Restorative Support: It provides the necessary space for crowns, bridges, or other dental restorations to be placed securely and effectively.
Caring for Your Smile After Crown Lengthening
After your crown lengthening procedure, it’s important to follow our care instructions to promote healing and prevent complications. We recommend maintaining a soft-food diet, avoiding strenuous activities, and keeping the surgical area clean to encourage optimal recovery.
Why Choose Silverwood Dental for Crown Lengthening?
At Silverwood Dental, we are dedicated to providing high-quality, personalized care for every patient. Our team has extensive experience performing crown lengthening procedures, ensuring that your treatment is both effective and comfortable. Whether you’re looking to improve the appearance of your smile or need functional crown lengthening for a dental restoration, we’re here to help you achieve excellent results.
If have questions about Crown Lengthening give us a call – we’re here to help! 306.242.5233.
Dr. Michael Rosenhek
Dr. Kris Marshall
3-75 Lenore Dr.
Saskatoon, SK
S7K 7Y1