Crown Lengthening in Cleveland, OH

Sometimes, it takes more than a teeth whitening treatment and orthodontics to make a smile beautiful. Excess gum tissue can make it difficult to show off your sexy smile. The board-certified dental professionals at MINT dentistry are skilled in performing crown lengthening to improve your smile and oral health. Despite its name, crown lengthening does not actually make your teeth longer. A more accurate term would be "crown exposure” because soft tissue is eliminated to show more of the tooth, making your teeth appear longer. Your MINT dentistry team may recommend crown lengthening for cosmetic reasons or as a necessary procedure to expose more enamel so your tooth can hold a filling, crown, or other restoration. To get more information on how crown lengthening can improve your oral health and appearance, contact us to schedule a consultation with a board-certified dentist at MINT dentistry in Cleveland, OH.

A healthy mouth (especially the gums) is essential for individuals seeking crown lengthening. Gum disease and other periodontal conditions will need to be treated first, before crown lengthening can be scheduled. Crown lengthening is often performed for cosmetic reasons to address a "gummy" smile. In these cases, excess gum tissue can be excised to balance the ratio of visible enamel to gums and give you a higher gumline. However, crown lengthening may also be required to complete a restoration. Our practitioners might recommend crown lengthening to expose more of the tooth to place a tooth-colored filling, crown, or bridge. In your consultation at our state-of-the-art MINT dentistry practice, a board-certified dental professional will evaluate your condition and medical history to determine if crown lengthening is right for you.

Your appointment at MINT dentistry will begin with our team ensuring you are comfortable. Our state-of-the-art treatment rooms feature flat-screen televisions, Beats headphones, and MINT sunglasses to help you relax during your procedure. Before the process begins, we will numb your gum tissue with a local anesthetic. MINT dentistry in Cleveland, OH also offers many sedation dentistry options. These options will be reviewed at your initial consultation. As soon as your mouth is prepared, your dentist will carefully remove small amounts of soft tissue to gradually reveal more of your teeth with a higher, even gumline. When the procedure is complete, your dentist will stop the bleeding by sealing the gum tissue and then rinsing your mouth.

A responsible friend or family member will need to drive you home if sedation is used during your procedure. Your mouth may be swollen and sore following this procedure. Cold compresses and over-the-counter pain relievers can usually be used to reduce your discomfort. Depending on the extent of the procedure, your dentist may prescribe antibiotics and/or pain medication. Sticking to soft, mild food and staying hydrated for the first several days after crown lengthening is best. At home, you should clean your mouth with mouthwash and gentle brushing. Avoid flossing your teeth until a team member says it is safe to do so. A follow-up appointment at MINT dentistry will be scheduled so our team can check to see that your gums are healing properly.

The primary reason crown lengthening is being performed will determine if your dental insurance will cover any of the costs. We will contact your insurance company to calculate out-of-pocket expenses after coverage. If you don't have dental insurance, we will help estimate your costs during your initial consultation and give you information on low-interest financing to help make your dental treatments easier to afford. If you cannot afford your dental care and do not have dental insurance, ask us about the MINT Discount Plan. At MINT dentistry, we are committed to helping every patient find a way to get sexy teeth.

Allow our team of dental professionals to help you reveal your sexy teeth with crown lengthening at MINT dentistry in Cleveland, OH. When you remove overgrown gum tissue, you can improve the appearance of a "gummy" smile or prepare your teeth for a restoration. Schedule a consultation with a board-certified doctor at MINT dentistry to determine if you're a good candidate for a cosmetic or restorative crown lengthening procedure.