Esthetic Crown Lengthening

Over the years, you have probably seen people with teeth that appear to be short, or who appear to have a “gummy” smile. Katie Couric, who is beautiful nonetheless, is a classic example of an individual who would benefit from esthetic crown lengthening to correct her gummy smile.

In many individuals with gummy smiles, it may appear that the teeth are shorter than normal. Instead, it is often simply a case of the natural contour and beauty of the enamel being hidden behind the gums. By repositioning the gum line and exposing the full contour of the enamel, an immediate and dramatic improvement in the smile occurs.

One of the major advantages of esthetic crown lengthening is that it is usually completed in one visit. Essentially, the excessive gum tissue that is hiding your teeth is removed to expose the normal length of the tooth.

With esthetic crown lengthening, you’ll benefit from:

enhanced teeth that no longer look short or like "baby teeth"
a much more attractive smile
an improved self-image and more self-confidence
a relatively quick healing period with little to no discomfort
immediate visible results

Aside from the esthetic benefits of crown lengthening, correcting a “gummy” smile can also improve your overall periodontal health. When gum tissue does not recede normally as adult teeth emerge, pockets can form in the gums, which can result in advanced periodontal disease. By contouring the gums through crown lengthening, you can not only improve the look and confidence of your smile, but also prevent future problems.

Testimonials

The staff and Dr. Wilson were consistently courteous, professional AND endearing to me during my visits. I was seen on time and treated with a respect and sense of value that is, unfortunately, not common place in most physician's offices. Your staff and Dr. Wilson remind me of Dr. Krist's office, who recommended you to me for the implant. As a patient, you will often tolerate the tardiness of a doctor, a less than affable staff all because you want to see this doctor who comes so highly recommended. In your office, I get the best of both worlds. High quality medical services and world class treatment. PS You guys should conduct seminars for physicians and their support staff on how to operate their business. Most medical offices would do well to emulate your professional and courteous treatment of patients.

BD - Extraction and Immediate Implant Patient

Dr. Wilson:

Purpose of this letter is to congratulate you on the great job you did on the gum surgery to make my smile more attractive.

Recall that I asked you if it would hurt? Not much, you said. When I told my skeptical husband of this, he trotted out to the old physicians line about "mild discomfort". He said mild discomfort really means it will hurt so bad that you need to call the physician in the middle of the night!

My husband was wrong about the pain! Of course, you used the local anesthetic during the surgery, and sent me home with directions to use Over-The-Counter pain relievers for a few days. The evening of the operation, after the "local" wore off, I had sensations around the stitches. That is, I was conscious of the stitches. No pain then. No pain later either. I was eating ordinary bite sized food the next day!

CH - Esthetic crown lengthening patient