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What Is Crown Lengthening and Why Might You Need It?

If your teeth look unusually short or your dentist cannot place a crown because too little healthy tooth remains above the gum line, crown lengthening may help. But what is crown lengthening, and why would a periodontist recommend gum surgery when the concern involves your teeth? Crown lengthening reshapes the gum tissue and, when necessary, […]

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Crown Lengthening Recovery: Healing Timeline & Aftercare Tips

If you are considering crown lengthening, knowing what happens after treatment can make the process feel much more manageable. Crown lengthening recovery takes time because your adjusted gum line needs to heal and settle around the newly exposed portion of your tooth. Dr. Salamati performs crown lengthening in Beverly Hills, CA, for both cosmetic and […]

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Crown Lengthening Types: Gummy Smile vs. Tooth Restoration

For patients with a gummy smile, crown lengthening can improve the balance between the gums and teeth by revealing more of the natural tooth surface. For restorative cases, the procedure can expose additional sound tooth structure so your dentist can properly repair and protect a damaged tooth. Understanding the different types of crown lengthening can […]

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When Should I Choose Crown Lengthening?

2 Minute Read:  Crown lengthening is a dental procedure that improves the beauty of your smile and/or assists the preparation for dental restorations. Crown lengthening is a very popular method for enhancing your dental cosmetics (and occasionally function), but many patients don’t know why it is important.  Here, dental patients can learn more about why […]

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