Decay Below the Gum Line
Treatment may expose sound tooth structure when decay extends beneath the gum line.
Call to ScheduleCrown lengthening
Precision where
tooth and tissue meet.
Crown lengthening reshapes the gum line and, when appropriate, supporting tissue to expose more of a tooth for restorative or esthetic reasons.
Understanding crown lengthening
When more of the tooth
needs to be accessible.
Restorative crown lengthening may expose healthy tooth structure so a dentist can properly restore a tooth.
Esthetic crown lengthening may be considered in selected cases to adjust the relationship between natural tooth structure and the gum line.
Restorative crown lengthening
Access shaped around
the restorative plan.
Treatment planning considers periodontal health, sound tooth structure, and the restoration that will follow.
A Fracture Near the Gum Line
More of the tooth may need to be accessible when a fracture is close to or below the tissue.
A Planned Restoration
A crown, veneer, or another restoration may require additional accessible tooth structure.
Esthetic crown lengthening
Balance between
teeth and tissue.
In selected cases, reshaping the gum line may reveal more natural tooth structure and create a different proportion between the teeth and gums. Planning is guided by tissue architecture, individual anatomy, and the broader restorative goal.
Designed for precision. Delivered with artistry.
Restorative collaboration
Clear communication.
Thoughtful sequencing.
Crown lengthening may be coordinated with your restorative dentist when a crown, veneer, or another restoration is planned. The periodontal and restorative steps are considered together so each phase supports the next.
Our Newtown practice welcomes patients from Bucks County and the surrounding PA–NJ region for individualized periodontal specialty care.
What to expect
A considered path
from planning to healing.
Restorative timing and healing are individualized.
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Evaluation
We assess the tooth, surrounding tissue, periodontal health, and restorative needs.
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Treatment Planning
The periodontal and restorative sequence is coordinated around the individual situation.
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Crown Lengthening
The gum line and, when appropriate, supporting tissue are carefully reshaped.
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Healing
The treated area is monitored as it heals according to the patient-specific plan.
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Restorative Next Steps
Final restorative timing depends on the treatment performed and individual healing.
Crown lengthening FAQ
Questions, answered
with clarity.
01What is crown lengthening?
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Crown lengthening reshapes the gum line and, when appropriate, supporting tissue to expose more of a tooth.
02Why might my dentist recommend crown lengthening?
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It may be recommended when more accessible tooth structure is needed for a restoration or when tissue proportions are being thoughtfully adjusted.
03Is crown lengthening only cosmetic?
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No. It is often performed for restorative reasons and may also be considered for selected esthetic concerns.
04Can crown lengthening help before a dental crown?
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In some situations it can provide access to sound tooth structure and support the restorative plan.
05How do you determine how much tissue should be adjusted?
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Planning considers tooth structure, periodontal health, supporting bone, tissue architecture, anatomy, and the intended restoration.
06How long does crown lengthening take to heal?
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Healing varies with the site, extent of treatment, individual biology, and restorative plan. Your specific sequence is reviewed after evaluation.
It starts with you
A thoughtful conversation
is a good place to begin.
An evaluation can clarify whether crown lengthening is appropriate and how it may fit into your broader treatment plan.
638 Newtown Yardley RoadSuites 1C–1D
Newtown, PA 18940