Crown Lengthening Surgery in London

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  • Improve teeth appearance
  • Effective teeth restoration
  • Improve gum recession defects

Avg. Treatment Time

Varies

Anaesthetic

Yes

No. of Treatments

Varies

Crown lengthening surgery is a procedure which retracts and reshapes the gum line, exposing more of the natural tooth to act as a stable foundation for an artificial dental crown. Crown lengthening surgery can also be used to treat a “gummy” smile.

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Crown Lengthening Surgery is sometimes needed for cosmetic reasons and in order to make the tooth that is visible a bit longer. It involves removing some gum or soft tissue to expose more tooth or root of tooth. Our restorative dentists are experts in doing this as part of regular cosmetic and restorative dentistry.

Dental crowns have to be applied firmly to an existing tooth. However, sometimes the existing tooth is too damaged to support an artificial crown. If this is the case, crown lengthening surgery may be required to help create a stable foundation for the new dental crown.

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A dental crown or cap is an artificial replacement for a natural tooth crown. When a tooth is cracked or broken, your dentist or periodontist may recommend a crown. This crown can also be used to complete different dental procedures such as root canalsbridges or dental implants.

Crown Lengthening Surgery at the Neem Tree

Crown lengthening surgery gently pulls back and reshapes the gum line so that there is enough natural tooth visible to properly support an artificial dental crown.

Your dentist will advise you on the best treatment to restore your smile and health. If you require crown lengthening surgery, our specialist dentists can make sure your surgery is as comfortable and pain-free as possible.

Whether you want to treat ‘gummy smile’ or support for an artificial dental crown, we offer crown lengthening surgery from both of our practices.

Contact us today to find out more about our crown lengthening services from our practices in Esher, Surrey or Wandsworth, South West London.

Book a Crown Lengthening Surgery Appointment

London

Wandsworth

The Neem Tree
Wandsworth Dental Practice

515 Old York Rd, Wandsworth, London, SW18 1TF
Call: 02088 700 030
Email: [email protected]

Surrey

Esher

The Neem Tree
Esher Dental Practice

138 High Street, Esher, KT10 9QJ
Call: 01372 464 000
Email: [email protected]

Fee Guide

Specialist Consultation (excl. diagnostic x-rays)£260
Periodontal Review (1 hour)£260
6-point Periodontal Chart£160
Gum GraftingPlease contact
Crown Lengthening Surgeryfrom £600
Peri-implantitisfrom £425
Surgical Periodontal Treatmentfrom £575
Periodontal Maintenancefrom £145
Non-Surgical Root Surface Debridementfrom £425 per hour
Pinhole Gum Graftingfrom £1,250

Learn more about crown lengthening surgery

Why do I need Crown Lengthening Surgery?

This procedure can help when there isn’t enough tooth in place to hold the crown by itself. Broken teeth are especially at risk when it comes to attaching a crown. The procedure involves repositioning the bone and soft tissues. This enables successful restoration and aesthetics of teeth in both the posterior and anterior zones.

A crown that is properly fitted over the tooth helps in a better oral hygiene and also in more comfort. When it comes to aesthetic reasons, many people prefer to perform a crown lengthening surgery in order to alter what you call a “gummy smile”. “Gummy smiles” are a condition in which the gums are visible above the teeth when the person in discussion is smiling.

The time it takes for the procedure to be completed it depends on how many teeth are affected and whether both soft tissue and bone need to be removed.

How is crown lengthening surgery done?

This is a surgical procedure performed by a Periodontist. The specialist will surgically reshape the gum and bone tissue to naturally expose more natural tooth.

What should I expect after the crown lengthening surgery procedure?

You will be given pain relief, a mouth rinse and advised a soft diet. If stitches are placed, you will be asked to return to remove them, and for a maintenance review.

Glossary

Anterior
The anterior teeth refer to the incisors and canines which are font in the front of the mouth.

Dental Crown
A dental crown is an artificial replacement for the natural tooth. The section of the tooth visible above the gum is known as the crown and is covered in enamel.

Periodontist
A periodontist is a dental specialist who specialises in treating and diagnosing gum disease and other diseases of the teeth and supporting structures. They also work on preventing these diseases.

Posterior
The posterior teeth refer to the molars and premolars that are found in the back of the mouth.