What Is Crown Lengthening?
The visible portion of each tooth (the crown) plays an important role in the overall balance of your smile. In some cases, excess gum tissue can cover more of the tooth than intended, making teeth appear short or uneven. In others, a tooth may need additional structure exposed so it can be properly restored. Whether your reasons are cosmetic or functional, crown lengthening at La Jolla Dental Wellness Center offers a precise, comfortable way to reshape your smile. By precisely contouring the gumline, our dentists can give your teeth a more proportionate look while also creating a healthier environment for the surrounding tissues. Our approach is backed by years of surgical experience and state-of-the-art laser technologies to give our patients a higher standard of care. If you're concerned about the appearance of a "gummy" smile or want to make room for a future dental restoration, schedule a consultation with our La Jolla, CA dentists to learn if you might benefit from crown lengthening.
How Is Crown Lengthening Performed?
Crown lengthening at La Jolla Dental Wellness Center begins with a careful evaluation of the teeth, gums, and underlying bone structure. Using x-rays and advanced digital scans, we'll plan out your procedure to provide a smile that looks natural and supports your needs. Before starting your procedure, you'll be given local anesthesia to keep you comfortable. We'll then carefully remove and reshape excess gum tissue using precision surgical techniques and dental lasers. We might also make small adjustments to the bone around the tooth to ensure the new gumline remains securely in place. Depending on the approach, we may suture the area to support healing. As swelling fades over the next few weeks, your gums will settle into their new position, revealing a more even, harmonious appearance.
What Are the Benefits of Crown Lengthening?
Even a small amount of excess gum tissue can make your smile look and feel unbalanced. Our minimally invasive approach to crown lengthening at La Jolla Dental Wellness Center is designed to subtly refine your smile while creating a more supportive environment for future dental restorations. The benefits of crown lengthening at our La Jolla, CA center include:
- Creates a more balanced smile when teeth appear short or covered by excess gum tissue
- Improves the proportions of your teeth and gumline
- Supports healthier gum contours around the teeth
- Provides better access to tooth structure for dental restorations
- Uses precise techniques designed to support comfortable healing
La Jolla Dental Wellness Center Reviews
Always a great experience! I moved to sd recently and been having a hard time finding a good dentist. Everyone at this center is super nice and really takes the time to listen to every concern I have. I would recommend to anyone looking for an amazing dentist and team!
A medical office of excellence, where all personnel are kind as well as competent.That helped make an oral surgery experience, as pleasant as possible.
amazing staff, great place, thank you for helping me with my teeth! Dr. Kim, Cathy, and Crystal all great! Dr. Kim really listened and helped me become confident about the recommendations she was making for my teeth and I'm happy with the results.
As someone who has always struggled with anxiety at the dentist, the staff here has always put me at ease taking care of my teeth. Dr. Kim is very thorough and explains what she is doing step by step to ensure the integrity of my teeth, rather than proposing the most invasive procedure from the get-go. Crystal, the hygienist, is very meticulous during my cleanings and always offers good dental advice. Cathy, at the front desk, is extremely helpful dealing with insurance, very responsive when it comes to scheduling, and always greets you with her warm presence and a smile. I cannot recommend this dental office enough!! Another perk is that there is plenty of parking and they validate your parking ticket for you!
The best experience I have ever had the people are extremely friendly make you feel welcomed they are very careful with you and the procedure is quick and effective best in the industry100% recommend
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Precision Care for Your Teeth and Gums
If you are considering cosmetic improvements or preparing for restorative treatment, schedule a consultation with our experienced dentists at La Jolla Dental Wellness Center to discuss whether crown lengthening may be appropriate for your needs. We're committed to helping you enjoy a more balanced, natural-looking smile. Reach out to our dentists in La Jolla, CA to learn more about crown lengthening.