The "crown" of a tooth is that part that is above the gums. Sometimes more of the tooth below the gums must be exposed to fill a cavity near the gumline or place a new crown on a broken tooth. "Crown lengthening" provides more tooth structure for this to to be done. This helps to ensure that the general dental procedure is successful and prevents gum irritation.
Procedure: Dr. Block administers a local anesthetic and gently recontours excess gum and bone tissue to expose more of your natural tooth.
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| The cavity is below the gumline preventing the periodontist from being able to reach it. |
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| This view shows the cavity. |
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| Dr. Block administers a local anesthetic, gently opens the area and lowers the bone. |
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| The area is stiched back and the gums given a chance to heal. The gums will now be lower allowing access to the cavity. |
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| The cavity is now accessible and the decay can be removed. |
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| Then the cavity is filled. |
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