Gum Recontouring & Crown Lengthening – Hamden, CT

Why Choose New Haven Dental Group for Gum Recontouring and Crown Lengthening?

• Soft tissue laser provides precise treatment
• Permanent results
• Top-quality care in a welcoming environment

Who Is a Good Candidate for Gum Recontouring & Crown Lengthening? 

You may be a good candidate for gum recontouring or crown lengthening if:

• Your gums are unusually long, and they cover a significant portion of your teeth
• Your gum line is uneven
• A large portion of your gums show when you smile
• You would like to receive porcelain veneers, but excess gum tissue makes that impractical or impossible

During your cosmetic consultation, we will talk to you about your goals for treatment. After we examine your mouth, we will let you know if gum recontouring or crown lengthening would be suitable for you.

How Does Gum Recontouring & Crown Lengthening Work? 

Gum recontouring and crown lengthening are essentially the same procedure, but they have different goals. Gum recontouring trims the gums in a way that creates a more even gum line. It can correct asymmetry and help to free you of what is commonly referred to as a “gummy smile.” Crown lengthening removes a small amount of gum tissue in order to expose more of the teeth’s natural structure. This is often done to make room on the teeth for veneers or crowns.

During the gum recontouring or crown lengthening procedure, we use a soft tissue laser to gently remove unnecessary gum tissue. Depending on the extent of your treatment, your appointment should be fairly short (perhaps an hour or so). Local anesthesia will make sure you are comfortable.

Benefits of Gum Recontouring and Crown Lengthening

Some benefits of gum recontouring and crown lengthening include:

• The soft tissue laser minimizes the risk of infections and complications. It is also extremely precise.
• The results are permanent; the gum tissue will not grow back to once again interfere with your smile’s aesthetics.
• The results are natural-looking. You do not have to worry that onlookers will automatically be able to tell that you have had a bit of cosmetic work done on your smile.

How Much Do Gum Recontouring and Crown Lengthening Cost?

The cost of your procedure will depend on how extensive it is. For example, reshaping the gums near one tooth will cost less than doing the same thing for several teeth. Before you commit to the treatment, we will be sure to give you a candid estimate for its price. If your crown lengthening or gum recontouring is purely for cosmetic purposes, your insurance is unlikely to cover it. However, most patients qualify for low-interest financing through CareCredit.

Would you like to learn more about gum recontouring and crown lengthening? Contact us today to schedule your cosmetic consultation.