Oral Surgery
Crown Lengthening in San Fernando, CA
Reshaping gum and bone to expose more tooth for health or a balanced smile.
Crown lengthening adjusts the level of your gums and, when needed, the bone beneath them to reveal more of a tooth. It can make a restoration possible, expose a tooth for a healthier result, or refine a smile that shows too much gum. At San Fernando Dental Care, this precise procedure supports both the health and the appearance of your smile.
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Oral Surgery
What Is Crown Lengthening?
Crown lengthening is a procedure that removes or reshapes a small amount of gum tissue — and sometimes bone — to expose more of a tooth’s surface. It is used both to make dental treatment possible and to improve the look of a smile. By carefully adjusting the gumline, we can create a healthier, more balanced result that supports whatever comes next for your tooth.
Why It Helps
Reasons for Crown Lengthening
Crown lengthening serves both functional and cosmetic goals. We may recommend it to:
- Expose more tooth so a crown or filling can be placed properly.
- Reach decay or damage that sits below the gumline.
- Reduce a gummy smile for a more balanced appearance.
- Even out an uneven gumline across several teeth.
The Process
Step by Step
Consultation
We evaluate the tooth and gums and plan the ideal gumline together.
Comfort First
The area is numbed so you stay relaxed during the procedure.
Reshaping
Excess gum, and bone if needed, is carefully reshaped to expose the tooth.
Healing
Your gums heal over the following weeks, ready for the next step.
Recovery
Healing and Results
Recovery from crown lengthening is usually straightforward, with mild tenderness for a few days. We will share simple aftercare tips and, if the procedure was done to prepare for a restoration, let your gums settle before the next step. The result is a healthier tooth or a more balanced, confident smile.
Curious About Crown Lengthening?
If crown lengthening could help your smile in San Fernando, we are happy to explain your options. Book online or reach out to our team to schedule a consultation with San Fernando Dental Care.
Questions & Answers
Crown Lengthening FAQ
What is crown lengthening?
It is a procedure that reshapes gum tissue, and sometimes bone, to expose more of a tooth, either to allow a restoration or to improve the look of your smile.
Why would I need crown lengthening?
It may be needed to place a crown or filling properly, to reach decay below the gumline, or to reduce a gummy smile and even out the gumline.
Does crown lengthening hurt?
The area is numbed beforehand, so you should feel little to nothing during the procedure. Mild tenderness afterward is normal and easily managed.
Is crown lengthening cosmetic or functional?
It can be either. Sometimes it prepares a tooth for treatment, and other times it is done purely to create a more balanced, attractive smile.
How long is recovery?
Most patients feel back to normal within a few days, and the gums fully settle over the following weeks.
Will my gums grow back after crown lengthening?
Reshaped gum tissue generally stays where it is, so the results tend to be long-lasting.
Can crown lengthening be done with other treatments?
Yes. It is often part of preparing for a crown or veneer, or paired with other cosmetic work to complete a smile makeover.
How do I get started?
Book online or reach out to our team to schedule a consultation. We will assess your tooth and gums and explain whether crown lengthening is right for you.
